Las Vegas woman accused of drugging and robbing men in deadly romance scam

Federal investigators say a woman used dating apps to target victims, drug them and steal money, identities and valuables in a years-long case tied to multiple deaths.

Federal investigators say a woman accused in Las Vegas carried out a long-running romance scam in which men were allegedly targeted through dating apps, drugged and then robbed.

According to the case described by US authorities, the suspect allegedly approached victims online, built trust and then used sedatives to incapacitate them. Investigators say she then accessed bank accounts, credit cards, vehicles and other assets belonging to the victims.

Authorities say the scheme ran for several years and mainly targeted older men, although younger people and some women were also reportedly affected. The FBI described the case as an extreme form of romance scam because it combined online deception, drugging, identity theft and financial theft.

The suspect was arrested in Mexico and is awaiting extradition to the United States. Prosecutors say the case includes multiple serious charges and that the investigation may involve more victims than those already identified.

The case is another reminder that people met through dating platforms can sometimes use emotional manipulation to commit fraud, theft or even violent crimes. Users should stay alert when online contacts quickly push for private meetings, access to personal details or unusual trust.