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Real Criminal Scammer Photos
Viewing Scammer Photos (Real Or Stolen Photos) May Be Upsetting To Scam Victims
Viewer Discretion Is Advised
Why Do Scammers Steal & Use Stolen Photos
Scammers steal photos of real people to use in romance scams and other scams primarily because it lends credibility and authenticity to their fabricated personas. By presenting themselves as someone with genuine photos and a seemingly real identity, scammers can quickly establish trust and rapport with their victims more effectively. These stolen images often depict attractive individuals, which can entice potential targets and make them more susceptible to manipulation – this is a result of a cognitive bias called the ‘Halo Effect‘. Moreover, using photos of real people adds a layer of complexity to the scam, making it harder for victims to detect the deception. Overall, incorporating genuine photos into their schemes enables scammers to exploit the emotions and vulnerabilities of their targets more effectively, increasing the likelihood of financial gain.
This Stolen Identity: Mark Harmon
Do You Know Mark Harmon? He Is A Victim Too!
He Is Frequently Used By Scammers To Deceive Male Scam Victims!
You Have Probably Seen Him Photos Before!
His name is Mark Harmon and He is a TV & Movie Actor (Star)
Mark Harmon Is Another Scammers Choice Award Winner
Of course, you don’t really know Mark Harmon, since these are stolen photos used by Romance Scammers, but he is popular!
If you see his photos on social media or on a dating site – guess what? He is being used by Online Scammers, Fraudsters, and Cybercriminals!
Remember Mark Harmon’s face the next time you see him!
He is a gallery of Mark Harmon’s photos we have found used by Romance Scammers:
Click On An Image To View – If The Gallery Does Not Display Refresh The Page
Do you have or have seen other photos of Mark Harmon? Send them to us on our website www.Anyscam.com
WARNING:
- Do Not Contact Him – You Do Not Have A Relationship With Him! That is called Cyberstalking!
- He Does Not Want To Hear From Scam Victims Who Have Fallen In Love With His Face!
- He Is A Victim Also And Deserving Of His Privacy And Respect
- He Knows His Identity Has Been Stolen And Used By Scammers
- If you attempt to track down the face in the photo and contact them that is cyberstalking and is a crime
- To learn how to report scams visit reporting.AgainstScams.org
- New Victims, please go to www.ScamVictimsSupport.org for how to get started right
If You Are Being Impersonated & Your Photos Stolen
Please contact us, SCARS can help you develop effective strategies to combat this abuse of your identity!
Please contact us by email to impersonation@AgainstScams.org
One of our specialized team members will follow up and help you to address this problem of your stolen photos being used by criminals to defraud others.
SCARS Scammer Preferencing Study
SCARS is conducting a long-term study of the ways that impersonation criminals preference the photos they select. It is important to understand why scammers choose the photos they do. Remember that these criminals select a limited number of images to be used in their impersonations and why they choose them can help both in training AI to recognize these choices and also alert victims about them when they see them in profiles and contacts online.
For example, we have learned that scammers are victims of their own cognitive biases just like their victims. They tend to select images that reflect what they believe will be disarming and trustworthy. Photos with animals, for example, trigger an amygdala hijack in their victims. Photos of people doing normal things tend to communicate that the people in those photos are normal and trustworthy. But those same biases in the criminals also lead them to select images that represent what they hope to accomplish, such as wealth, if you know what to look for.
Every stolen photo on this site is a part of this scholarly study and contributes to the volume of knowledge we obtain from them. To learn more about the current SCARS research visit study,AgainstScams.org To add photos that you have collected from these criminals to our work visit www.AnyScam.com
For more, see our SCARS Institute Statement on the Use and Display of Stolen Photos in Scam Awareness and Crime Prevention Efforts – 2024
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Table of Contents
- Mark Harmon – He Is An Impersonation Victim Too!
- This Stolen Identity: Mark Harmon
- Do You Know Mark Harmon? He Is A Victim Too!
He Is Frequently Used By Scammers To Deceive Male Scam Victims! - Mark Harmon Is Another Scammers Choice Award Winner
- If You Are Being Impersonated & Your Photos Stolen
- SCARS Scammer Preferencing Study
- More Impersonation Victim Galleries
- This Is A Perfect Example Of Why You Need To Preserve The Evidence
- Scam Victim Self-Help Do-It-Yourself Recovery Books
- SCARS Printed Books For Every Scam Survivor From SCARS Publishing
- Do You Know Mark Harmon? He Is A Victim Too!
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A Note About Labeling!
We often use the term ‘scam victim’ in our articles, but this is a convenience to help those searching for information in search engines like Google. It is just a convenience and has no deeper meaning. If you have come through such an experience, YOU are a Survivor! It was not your fault. You are not alone! Axios!
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At the SCARS Institute, we invite you to do your own research on the topics we speak about and publish, Our team investigates the subject being discussed, especially when it comes to understanding the scam victims-survivors experience. You can do Google searches but in many cases, you will have to wade through scientific papers and studies. However, remember that biases and perspectives matter and influence the outcome. Regardless, we encourage you to explore these topics as thoroughly as you can for your own awareness.
Statement About Victim Blaming
Some of our articles discuss various aspects of victims. This is both about better understanding victims (the science of victimology) and their behaviors and psychology. This helps us to educate victims/survivors about why these crimes happened and to not blame themselves, better develop recovery programs, and to help victims avoid scams in the future. At times this may sound like blaming the victim, but it does not blame scam victims, we are simply explaining the hows and whys of the experience victims have.
These articles, about the Psychology of Scams or Victim Psychology – meaning that all humans have psychological or cognitive characteristics in common that can either be exploited or work against us – help us all to understand the unique challenges victims face before, during, and after scams, fraud, or cybercrimes. These sometimes talk about some of the vulnerabilities the scammers exploit. Victims rarely have control of them or are even aware of them, until something like a scam happens and then they can learn how their mind works and how to overcome these mechanisms.
Articles like these help victims and others understand these processes and how to help prevent them from being exploited again or to help them recover more easily by understanding their post-scam behaviors. Learn more about the Psychology of Scams at www.ScamPsychology.org
Psychology Disclaimer:
All articles about psychology and the human brain on this website are for information & education only
The information provided in this article is intended for educational and self-help purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for professional therapy or counseling.
While any self-help techniques outlined herein may be beneficial for scam victims seeking to recover from their experience and move towards recovery, it is important to consult with a qualified mental health professional before initiating any course of action. Each individual’s experience and needs are unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another.
Additionally, any approach may not be appropriate for individuals with certain pre-existing mental health conditions or trauma histories. It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed therapist or counselor who can provide personalized support, guidance, and treatment tailored to your specific needs.
If you are experiencing significant distress or emotional difficulties related to a scam or other traumatic event, please consult your doctor or mental health provider for appropriate care and support.
Also read our SCARS Institute Statement about Professional Care for Scam Victims – click here to go to our ScamsNOW.com website.
My grandmother is currently being scammed by one of the many Mark Harmon impersonators and believe she is dating him and going to get married to him and that he’s in Turkey and trying to come back to the US and he’s going to move in and help her sell her house and it just going to be the two of them and I’ve shown her the real Mark Harmon is still not in poor health or he’s still married and others who have been scammed by these impersonators and how all these so called mangers she talked too and she was sent ai generator pictures and she doesn’t care that she’s being scammed
JJ, try to get her to sit down with you and watch this video: https://youtu.be/-gw3a4Y3bAY