A federal investigation has uncovered an alleged romance and investment scam that prosecutors say crossed four states and cost dozens of women their savings. On Aug. 24, federal agents arrested 35-year-old California native Daejon Labrayae Love and his alleged accomplice, 18-year-old Taylor Jamie Chan, at the Boise Airport in Idaho. According to Wealth of Geeks, a criminal complaint filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon alleges that the pair defrauded 26 identified victims out of approximately $1.3 million by using dating apps, fake financial information and, in one particularly unusual detail, Google’s AI search summaries. Federal prosecutors say the alleged scheme began as early as February 2022, with Love allegedly using dating platforms including Tinder, Bumble and Facebook Dating to establish relationships with women. He allegedly operated under several names, including Jon Love, Avril Lyto Love and Jordan Love, while presenting himself as a wealthy and successful professional. The suspects are believed to have also employed the use of AI Love allegedly went a step further by claiming that he was a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers. According to the complaint, he reinforced the claim by appearing in 49ers merchandise in videos and posing alongside luxury rental vehicles. For women who questioned his identity, Love allegedly had another way to make the story appear legitimate. Prosecutors say he showed some victims Google AI Overview results that appeared to identify him as an NFL player. The complaint alleges that Love used those search results as supposed proof that his claims were legitimate, despite the information being false. Once the women allegedly believed they were in serious romantic relationships with Love, prosecutors say he began steering conversations toward their financial futures. He allegedly presented himself as a successful real estate investor and introduced his “personal financial adviser,” whom prosecutors identify as Chan. According to the complaint, Love and Chan allegedly held three-way FaceTime calls with victims, during which they discussed supposed real estate investments and stock market opportunities. Love allegedly used an app called “Fake Bank Account Pro” to display what appeared to be a bank balance exceeding $30 million. The women were then allegedly encouraged to invest their own money. Prosecutors say victims sent funds through services including Zelle, Venmo and Apple Pay. Some victims began draining their personal savings to meet the financial demands, while others reportedly took out loans. The investigation eventually led federal agents to Chan, who allegedly flew from California to Idaho to meet Love. Love was also allegedly traveling between states while continuing to pursue new victims. Agents arrested both suspects at Boise Airport on Aug. 24. They are facing charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and remain in federal custody following their initial court appearances. The FBI believes there could be additional unidentified victims in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and California. They’re still presumed innocent The case also highlights how easily seemingly convincing digital evidence can be manipulated. A screenshot of a bank balance, a video call or even an AI-generated search summary may look legitimate while providing little proof that the person behind it is who they claim to be. Love and Chan have been accused of serious federal crimes, but the allegations have not been proven in court. Both are presumed innocent unless and until they are found guilty.