Crime & Safety
Whittier Man Arrested For Alleged $2 Million Romance Scams
A 39-year-old Whittier man was arrested Thursday for allegedly scamming victims he met on dating apps out of more than $2 million.
July 25, 2025
A 39-year-old Whittier man was arrested Thursday for allegedly scamming victims he met on dating apps out of more than $2 million.
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Christopher Earl Lloyd is charged with 13 counts of wire fraud and one count of engaging in a monetary transaction in property derived from the fraud, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
From April 2021 to February 2024, Lloyd is accused of using dating apps and websites to befriend and engage in romantic relationships with his victims. Federal prosecutors say he lied and convinced his victims that he was financially successful and knowledgeable about investments.
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