New Year’s Eve. Simon receives a message from a beautiful stranger, named Shirley: “Greetings…from my world to yours.” A digital flirtation begins. Then Shirley needs cash – fast. Shirley’s photo is actually adult entertainment “cam girl” Janessa Brazil and many accounts are using her image to lure victims. Who is Janessa? Has she any idea that she’s the bait in worldwide catfishing schemes? Please note, this series contains adult themes and strong language. For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/love-janessa-transcripts-listen-1.6770736
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So this was her initial message in this conversation.
Okay, me.
You got me so worried as I keep thinking so much about you.
I miss you so badly.
I'd like to send you something for Valentine's Day.
Maybe you could buy that car we talked about so we could take a drive along the coast.
Her.
I would love that.
Me.
Make sure its a good one.
Why am I sending money to Ghana anyway?