A Japanese woman lost nearly $6,700 to a scammer posing as an astronaut needing funds to return to Earth. Hokkaido police warn of rising online fraud targeting vulnerable seniors, including 'ore-ore' scams. This incident reflects a global surge in romance scams, with Americans losing over $1 billion in 2023 alone.
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