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Stolen Identity: Do You Know Him?
Stephen Murphy
Sailor Royal Navy & Impersonation Victim
Frequently used by scammers to fool women!
You Have Probably Seen His Photos Before!
The real Stephen Murphy is a Seaman in the U.K. Royal Navy
Stephen Murphy Is Another Scammers Choice Award Winner
Of course, you don’t really know Stephen Murphy, since these are stolen photos used by African 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 Fraudsters & Cybercriminals!
Remember Stephen Murphy’s face for the next time you see him! We are not here to tell you about his real life and family, just that he is every bit as much a victim as you are.
Here is a gallery of Stephen Murphy’s photos we have found used by Romance Scammers:
Do you have or have seen other photos of Stephen Murphy? Send them to us on our Report Scammer form »
WARNING:
Do Not Contact Him – You Do Not Have A Relationship With Him!
He Does Not Want To Hear From Women 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
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FAQ: How Do You Properly Report Scammers?
It is essential that law enforcement knows about scams & scammers, even though there is nothing (in most cases) that they can do.
Always report scams involving money lost or where you received money to:
- Local Police – ask them to take an “informational” police report – say you need it for your insurance
- Your National Police or FBI (www.IC3.gov)
- The Scars Worldwide Reporting Network HERE or on www.Anyscam.com
This helps your government understand the problem, and allows law enforcement to add scammers on watch lists worldwide.
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SCARS Institute articles examine different aspects of the scam victim experience, as well as those who may have been secondary victims. This work focuses on understanding victimization through the science of victimology, including common psychological and behavioral responses. The purpose is to help victims and survivors understand why these crimes occurred, reduce shame and self-blame, strengthen recovery programs and victim opportunities, and lower the risk of future victimization.
At times, these discussions may sound uncomfortable, overwhelming, or may be mistaken for blame. They are not. Scam victims are never blamed. Our goal is to explain the mechanisms of deception and the human responses that scammers exploit, and the processes that occur after the scam ends, so victims can better understand what happened to them and why it felt convincing at the time, and what the path looks like going forward.
Articles that address the psychology, neurology, physiology, and other characteristics of scams and the victim experience recognize that all people share cognitive and emotional traits that can be manipulated under the right conditions. These characteristics are not flaws. They are normal human functions that criminals deliberately exploit. Victims typically have little awareness of these mechanisms while a scam is unfolding and a very limited ability to control them. Awareness often comes only after the harm has occurred.
By explaining these processes, these articles help victims make sense of their experiences, understand common post-scam reactions, and identify ways to protect themselves moving forward. This knowledge supports recovery by replacing confusion and self-blame with clarity, context, and self-compassion.
Additional educational material on these topics is available at ScamPsychology.org – ScamsNOW.com and other SCARS Institute websites.
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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.
He contacted me on Facebook as General Henry Martinez from Dallas Texas but currently stationed in Syria. He was a widower with a 14-year-old son. He needed to talk to me about 1.4 million dollars that he needed my help with getting it back to the U.S. My cut was to be 20%
However I had already done a Google image search on his profile image and it directed me to this site. I asked him if he knew Stephen Murphy. He said no he didn’t. I sent him one of the images from this page. He immediately unfriended me.
I met hom as Michael Hernandez, in Syria and not being able gettkng to account…the classic story after research. But we talkrd for 7 months about every issue and I began to love him much! But…2 cancelings about retirement and depending on me in a high function, love can exist without being blind. Because your love wants to give credit! To admite this took time, I didn’t want it to be true I think, it hurts when you are not looking for it but than live comes your way. They rape your heart and maybe your walletjes, always asking money after bounding you!!!!!!!!
I MET HIM WEEKS AGO AS ANTHONY ROBERT ON TELEGRAM CHRISTIANS SINGLE GROUP HE TOLD ME THAT HE WAS A US MILITARY WHO LIVED IN CALIFORNIA THAT HE WAS A WIDOW WITH A 9 YEAR OLD SON THAT HIS WIFE DIED OF CANCER THAT HE WAS ON A MISSION IN IRAQ AND THAT HE WOULD SOON BE RETIRING IN 3 MONTHS. HE TOLD ME IT’S A BIRTHDAY IN SEPTEMBER TODAY HE TOLD ME THAT HIS TROOPS WERE WOUNDED THAT THERE ARE DEAD AND HE SENT ME PHOTOS OF WOUNDED SOLDIERS I SUPPOSE THAT’S WHY HE WANTED TO ASK ME FOR MONEY HE SAID HE WAS GOING OUT ON PATROL HE WRITED TO ME FROM CHATGOOGLE PLEASE I HOPE THEY CATCH THEM
know him by Steve Norton. Supposedly a 4star General on a UN peacekeeping mission in Syria..he contacted me on Facebook. I caught on to his scam almost immediately and called him out. He closed out his account immediately
I met him as Tyler Stephan Woods
A US brigadier general in Iraq in peace keeping force mission. I have sent US$3500 for his vacation form
Have you reported this crime to your local police? Please read our 3 Steps for New Scams Victims on our home page.
I meet this photo as gibsonjames but he never ask me anything he just tell me he want me bring to US when he retired NXT month tog wd his daughter Sara,His daughter also sent me an email,I fall for him,he said he’s in SYRIA for a mission,wr
Now you know it is a scam. Please read the SCARS 3 Steps Guide for New Victims on our home page
I know Stephen Murphy as Captain Thomas Williams who says he’s in Afghanistan on a special mission with the UN. So far I have sent him approximately. $3300. For a vacation which will get him out of Afghanistan.
Wanda you are being scammed. Go to your local police and report this scam. The report it all on Anyscam.com and block him forever. Please stop talking to strangers online!
I knew him as Charles Liam General with the US Army l, in Syria on a Peacekeeping mission. Has 2 kids and his wife died in a car accident 4 years ago. Looking for a good honest woman to grow old with.
The kids already love me and call me Mom. I have never spoken with them but I was asked as a Mom to send a birthday gift to the girl on her birthday to buy a puppy. That was $300 sent to Nanny’s Bitcoin account. Then he wanted out of the mission and he composed an email for his leave to UN who asked for $15750! I called him out on it. He insisted that he is honest and used a friend’s cellphone to do a video call on Google Chat that was not very clear. Of course, he said he contacted the agent on the UN and found out they just wanted his money!!!! Please!!!!
As soon as I stopped this nonsense I was friended by Pasha Chima Galleamo through Instagram and the same scenario started happening. I told him that I am aware of this scam and unfriended him.