This category focuses specifically on crimes involving manipulation, psychological deception, and exploitation of trust. Case studies may include romance scams, impersonation scams, social engineering attacks, fake investment schemes, and fraudulent online sales. Each case examines the methods used by offenders to gain victims’ confidence and persuade them to transfer money or personal information. The analysis highlights behavioural cues, communication patterns, and investigative strategies used to identify scammers and recover losses. These studies provide practical lessons for recognising deceptive tactics and increasing awareness among individuals and organisations to prevent falling victim to fraud.