Pig Butchering Scam Victim?There Are Steps You Can Take
Pig butchering scams caused $6.5 billion in FBI-reported losses. These long-con investment frauds combine romance manipulation with fake cryptocurrency platforms. The average victim loses $164,000 before recognizing the scam.
5 Steps After a Pig Butchering Scam
Every day without action gives scammers more time to move funds beyond reach.
Stop all contact and block the scammer on every platform
Screenshot all conversations, transaction records, and platform URLs
File an FBI IC3 complaint at ic3.gov immediately
Contact your bank and crypto exchanges about freezes and chargebacks
Engage a cybersecurity firm for blockchain tracing and evidence packaging
Recovery Services
Blockchain Transaction Tracing
Map stolen fund flow through wallets, exchanges, and mixers. Identify points where funds can still be frozen or seized by law enforcement.
Forensic Evidence Packaging
Court-ready documentation meeting FBI and DOJ standards. Professionally organized cases receive priority attention from investigators.
Identity Theft Assessment
Scammers collect personal data during trust-building. We assess exposure, scan dark web marketplaces, and implement credit freezes and monitoring.
Device Security Audit
Fake trading apps often contain malware, keyloggers, or remote access tools. Forensic audit identifies and removes malicious components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pig butchering scam?
A long-con investment fraud where scammers build trust over weeks via dating apps or messaging, then steer victims to fake crypto platforms they control. FBI reported 39,570 complaints and $6.5B in losses in 2023.
Can stolen crypto be recovered?
Recovery depends on timing and whether funds reached regulated exchanges. The DOJ has recovered hundreds of millions through seizure warrants. Speed is critical. Call 919-348-4912.
How do I know if a platform is fake?
Check SEC/FINRA registration at investor.gov. Red flags: cannot withdraw without paying fees, URL mimics legitimate exchange, introduced by someone met online.
What evidence should I preserve?
Everything. Screenshots of all conversations, transaction records, wallet addresses, platform URLs, apps installed, and scammer profiles. Do not delete messages or uninstall apps.
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