Federal authorities say more potential victims have come forward in a fraud case involving Daejon Love, who is accused of pretending to be a San Francisco 49ers player and a wealthy investor. The FBI announced that at least 35 additional women have alleged they were defrauded, with the total reported victim count believed to be in the dozens. Prosecutors say Love and an alleged accomplice, Taylor Chan, used dating apps to find victims and targeted them for money.
The FBI previously said Love conned more than two dozen women out of about $1.3 million. Chan, 18, is alleged to have posed as Love’s financial adviser. Both men were arrested in August and face wire-fraud charges, according to the sources. The outlets agree the victim base is expanding as the FBI receives new reports.
Differences across coverage are mainly in emphasis and totals as authorities update the case. One outlet frames the development as expanding beyond 50 alleged victims, while others report the newly announced figure of at least 35 additional women. The Athletic also highlights an FBI call for public compassion toward alleged victims.
