May pa-foreigner? May pa-package? May pa-bayad via GCASH? Scam alert!

I know this might sound far-fetched, but it’s real, and I’m posting this to raise awareness about a scam that has been affecting a lot of people in the Philippines, especially single moms/dads or adults over 35 or others who might be vulnerable or lonely.

Here's how it goes:

1. The scammer adds you on Facebook. Usually, the profile looks legit and professional — claiming to be a doctor, architect, contractor, or engineer based in the UK or US. Their profile has polished photos and posts to appear trustworthy.

2. They start private messaging you. At first, it seems harmless — they’re charming, say sweet things, and may even talk about wanting to settle down or visit you in the Philippines. It sounds too good to be true… because it is.

3. The “package” story begins. They’ll say they are sending you a package filled with expensive gifts: iPhones, watches, perfumes, cash, or important documents, as a sign of their love or their plan to visit or move here.

4. Then the fake customs call/text happens. You'll get a message (often via SMS, Viber, or Messenger) claiming the package is stuck in customs and you need to pay a "clearance fee" — usually via GCash or other local payment apps.

5. You send money — and they disappear. Once you pay, either the story escalates (more fees, delays) or they vanish altogether. You never see a package or your money again.

Please warn your moms, titas, single friends, and neighbors about this. It’s heartbreaking to see good people scammed out of ₱10,000–₱50,000+ over false hopes and fake love.