Overview
- He was sentenced to three years at Canterbury Crown Court on February 17, 2026, after pleading guilty to three counts of fraud by false representation in December 2025.
- Investigators say he deceived three men between July and November 2022 by promising to repay money sent for living and travel costs.
- When pressed for repayment, he became hostile, threatened to cut off contact, and used emotional blackmail including threats of self-harm.
- City of London Police opened the case after Action Fraud referrals and recovered internet searches about romance scamming that showed he was using the apps solely to obtain money.
- Two victims were on the autism spectrum, two were reimbursed by banks, and one remains in substantial debt as Bumble reiterated safety guidance and red flags for users.