Stranger Things! Woman in US divorces husband, duped of $10,000 after she fell in love with hit Netflix series 'actor'

In the United States, a woman fell victim to a catfishing scheme, entangled in an online romance that led her to divorce her husband and send approximately $10,000 worth of gift cards to an imposter posing as an actor from the popular Netflix series "Stranger Things."

The tale unfolds with McKayla, an aspiring filmmaker and single mother residing in Kentucky, who shared that she was trapped in a "highly toxic" marriage. Seeking connections and solace, she turned to an online artist forum, as recounted by the YouTube channel Catfished and reported by the New York Post.

One day, she received a message from a user identified as "DK MH," who introduced himself and expressed interest in conversing. The person claimed to be the "well-known actor" Dacre Montgomery, known for his portrayal of Billy Hargrove on the hit series "Stranger Things."


According to sources cited by the New York Post, this "Montgomery" character consistently bemoaned his relationship troubles to McKayla. He wove a narrative about his girlfriend, Liv Pollock, exercising control over his financial accounts, leading to monetary difficulties. Consequently, McKayla found herself gradually sending him money to help alleviate his purported financial burdens.

After a year of private messaging, "Montgomery" asked McKayla to become his girlfriend, despite the fact that they had never met in person. He also emphasized the need for secrecy in their relationship.

Through their investigation, authorities uncovered that "Montgomery" was an individual assuming the role of a "Romance Scammer." This type of scammer creates a false emotional bond with their target, exploiting their vulnerability and emotions to ultimately extract financial gains from them.

FAQS

Q1. Where can I watch 'Stranger Things'?
A1. One can watch "Stranger Things" on Netflix.

Q2. Is this a scam?
A2. Yes, this is a catfishing scam.