Scammers will also scour social media accounts learning minute details—like nicknames and travel plans—to legitimize their stories. Resist the urge to act immediately and call your friend or family member directly. If you can't reach them, speak to others who may know of their whereabouts. ...
Distinguishing one from another required knowing the nicknames attached to each family—being able to tell a “Bishop” O’Brien, for instance, from a “Turkey” O’Brien. The Rathkealers routinely skipped town before court appearances, even for minor infractions. On only one occasion had any ...