Prosecutors in Ohio have issued a warning about cryptocurrency-related romance scams as Valentine's Day approaches. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio highlighted a rise in scams where victims are persuaded to send digital assets after forming online relationships. Scammers often use dating apps and social platforms to build trust before requesting money for fake emergencies or investments. Recent cases include the arrest of Frederick Kumi, a Ghanaian national accused of running a fraud network that allegedly stole over $8 million from elderly victims. Another case involved an Ohio woman losing $663,000 after being contacted through a "wrong number" text. The FBI managed to trace and seize over $8.2 million in USDT linked to these scams. Authorities recommend protective measures such as reverse image searches, skepticism towards online contacts, and avoiding sending cryptocurrency to strangers. Victims are urged to report incidents to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center and the National Elder Fraud Hotline for assistance.