Alleged Fraudster Indicted Over Dating App Scheme
A grand jury indicted Daejon Labrayae Love on a conspiracy to commit wire fraud charge involving dozens of potential victims.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Financial Crime
Daejon Labrayae Love has been indicted on one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud after allegedly posing as a professional athlete to solicit money on dating apps. Investigators have identified more than 60 potential victims who were led to believe they were funding investment accounts.
Why it matters
The scheme allegedly funneled victim funds toward personal luxuries, including vehicle leases and travel, while utilizing fake financial records to maintain the ruse. Authorities are now moving forward with federal proceedings to address the extensive financial harm caused to the victims.
A federal grand jury has indicted the 35-year-old defendant on one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The case is moving toward a scheduled 10-day trial with the defendant currently held in custody at the federal prison in Sheridan.
The players
Daejon Labrayae Love
The 35-year-old defendant stands accused of running a long-term wire fraud conspiracy through dating applications.
Taylor James Chan
The 18-year-old accomplice allegedly acted as a financial advisor to provide victims with falsified investment documents.
Jolie A. Russo
The U.S. Magistrate Judge ordered that Love remain in federal custody while awaiting trial.
The details
Love reportedly cultivated romantic relationships on dating apps to solicit funds, while an alleged accomplice, 18-year-old Taylor James Chan, presented victims with fraudulent bank and investment statements. The funds were purportedly diverted for personal expenses including child support and luxury purchases.
Timeline
September 2024: A victim first reported the scheme to the FBI.
August 24, 2026: Love was arrested at the Boise Airport.
October 13, 2026: Love made his first appearance in federal court.
December 15, 2026: The 10-day trial is scheduled to begin.
Legal Context
This case follows the established pattern of federal prosecutions targeting large-scale financial fraud schemes initiated on dating platforms. It reflects the broader efforts by federal agencies to combat digital identity theft and sophisticated online solicitation crimes.
Residents in the Portland area and beyond are advised to be cautious when sharing financial information with individuals met exclusively through online dating platforms. Authorities urge potential victims to report any suspicious solicitations for investment funds to the FBI.
The takeaway
Online dating users should never transfer funds to individuals they have not met in person, especially when investment returns are promised. Protecting personal financial data from solicitations is a critical step in preventing involvement in these fraudulent schemes.
What happens next
A 10-day trial for the defendant is scheduled to begin on December 15, 2026.
Further reading
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