What are the most common types of true online crime stories?

Well, there are several common types. Identity theft is quite prevalent. Criminals steal personal information to assume someone else's identity for financial gain. Cyber - extortion is another, where hackers threaten to release sensitive data unless a ransom is paid. And of course, there are cases of online harassment, which can range from mean comments to more serious threats.

Murder cases are common in sad crime stories. Often, it involves the loss of a loved one in a violent way, like a family member being killed by a stranger. It's extremely sad as it leaves behind a trail of grief.

Another common type is assault. Whether it's a bar fight or a domestic violence situation, the police are called to handle it. There are also a fair number of drug - related crimes in these stories. Dealers selling drugs on the street and the police trying to stop them.

The most common is probably phishing. Scammers try to trick you into giving personal information like passwords or credit card numbers. Then there are romance scams where people pretend to be in love to get money from their victims. And also lottery scams, where you're told you've won a large sum but need to pay a fee to claim it.

I think the most common ones are those that start on online forums. For example, on a travel forum, two travelers might exchange tips about a particular destination. They get more and more interested in each other's travel experiences and plan to meet during their next trips. And then there are those from online gaming communities. Gamers often form teams and get to know each other well while playing, and some may decide to meet offline for more gaming sessions or just to hang out.

Identity theft through online means is another typical online fraud story. Hackers can steal personal information from unsecured websites or by using malware. Once they have your identity, they can open accounts in your name, make purchases, or even get loans, leaving you with a financial mess to clean up.

One common type is social media stalking. People might follow every post, like, and comment on a victim's account in an obsessive way. Another is email stalking, where unwanted and often threatening emails are sent repeatedly. Also, there's location - based stalking through apps that might accidentally expose someone's whereabouts, and the stalker uses that information to track their movements.

One common type is rape stories. These are tragic and involve non - consensual sexual acts. Another could be sexual harassment stories, which often happen in workplaces or public spaces. And there are also stories about child sexual abuse, which are extremely heart - wrenching and unacceptable in society.

One common type is the financial scam. Like I mentioned before, scammers ask for money for things like medical bills or travel expenses. Another is the identity theft scam. They may get enough information from you during the chats to steal your identity.

One common type is catfishing, like I mentioned before, where people use fake pictures or identities. Another is when the person turns out to be really mean or aggressive in person. Also, some people lie about their relationship status, which can lead to a lot of problems.