A cunning crypto scammer, @Ape_31, has been wreaking havoc on unsuspecting X users, swindling over $650,000 from 250+ victims in just one year.
This deceitful operator employs fake PNL screenshots from a Bybit demo account and runs a news account to lure victims into paid services.
@Ape_31’s Modus Operandi:
– Posts fake trading results to bait engagement
– Touts copy trading services for $250-$500
– Social engineers victims into sending more funds for “management”
– Blocks victims on Telegram and X after receiving payment
Chilling Examples:
– Victim 1: Sent $500 for copy trading, then coerced into sending $20,000
– Victim 2: Lost $3,000 with promises of “risk-free” trading
– Victim 3: Shared a TradingView account linked to @Ape_31’s UK Telecom IP address
1/ The UK scammer @ape_31 @60711 has stolen more than $650K from 250+ X users in the past year by posting fake PNL screenshots from a Bybit demo account and running a news account to funnel unsuspecting victims into paid services before blocking them upon receiving payment. pic.twitter.com/rWTRPbTiym
— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) September 30, 2024
Audio evidence from a recorded video call further confirms @Ape_31’s scamming activities.
The scammer’s tactics prey on desperate individuals seeking financial gains. It’s heartbreaking to see innocent people fall victim to these deceitful schemes.
Stay vigilant:
– Verify traders’ credentials
– Research before investing
– Be cautious of unsolicited offers
Report @Ape_31’s malicious activities to:
– X Support
– Telegram Support
– Crypto authorities
Let’s bring @Ape_31 to justice and protect our crypto community.
Disclosure: This is not trading or investment advice. Always do your research before buying any cryptocurrency or investing in any services.
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