Jul 02, 2025

"Sandra Bullock Wants to Marry You": Prague Man Loses His Home in Online Scam

Prague Morning

A 70-year-old man from Prague has fallen victim to an elaborate online romance scam, losing more than six million Czech crowns—and eventually even his home.

The victim first connected with the fraudster through a social media platform, according to police spokesperson Kristýna Zelinková.

What started as friendly online chats soon evolved into a full-blown virtual romance. The scammer, posing as the American actress Sandra Bullock, promised marriage, a personal visit, and even a shared future in the United States.

Despite all communication happening entirely in Czech, the victim never questioned the reality of the situation.

Over time, the perpetrator deepened the deception, frequently asking for money under various pretexts. “In most cases, it involved buying and sending gift cards,” said Zelinková.

The victim didn’t just part with his savings. In desperation to fulfill the scammer’s demands, he began selling his personal property and eventually lost his house.

The man contacted the local police department in Prague 4 in the first half of June.

Prague police are now investigating the case as fraud. If caught and convicted, the scammer could face up to eight years in prison.

Authorities are again urging the public to exercise extreme caution when forming online relationships with strangers. “If you’re planning to meet someone online, never send money and always insist on meeting in person first,” warns the police.

Investigators say such scams often target lonely individuals, manipulating them with promises of love, marriage, and a new life abroad.

 

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