Stolen Photographs — Stolen photographs are images used without authorization to support an impersonation. Criminals attach invented names, histories, and intentions to the appearance of an unrelated person. The photograph establishes what the pictured person looks like, but it does not verify the identity of the person sending messages. — Criminal Manipulation

Added October 7, 2026

Stolen photographs — Stolen photographs are images of real people taken without permission and used to represent a scammer’s invented identity. The pictured person is not necessarily involved in the crime. Criminals use the photograph’s apparent authenticity to make the fictional romantic partner seem real. — Identity Deception

Added October 15, 2026