Alice, a solicitor from Shropshire, fell victim to romance fraud, losing £42,000 to her childhood sweetheart, Mark. Initially dismissed by police, her case has since gained attention as it highlights the complexities of romance fraud. Their relationship, which rekindled during the pandemic, devolved into manipulation, debt, and betrayal when Alice discovered Mark was living a double life. An investigation is now underway as charities work to raise awareness and support victims of emotional fraud.