Overview

• Lisa Nock, a disabled woman from Staffordshire, was conned out of £11,000 by a scammer impersonating Australian TV vet Dr Chris Brown on Instagram.
• The scammer used 'love bombing' tactics, including romantic messages and a marriage proposal, to gain her trust and financial support.
• Over 18 months, Lisa transferred funds through PayPal and cryptocurrency wallets, with the largest payment being £7,000.
• Most of the money came from her disability allowance, forcing her to give up activities like Taekwondo and swimming lessons.
• After realizing the fraud in January 2025, Lisa reported the case to West Midlands Police, and it is now being investigated by Action Fraud.