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Michael Benedetto Sentenced for $50,000 Scam on Bumble Dating App
ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. — Michael Benedetto, a resident of New Windsor, was sentenced to four to 12 years in prison for defrauding a woman he met on the Bumble dating app.
The Orange County District Attorney’s office revealed that Benedetto stole more than $50,000 from the victim by fabricating stories about medical bills and a sick dog to gain her trust and extract money.
In addition to the prison term, Benedetto is ordered to repay the stolen funds to his victim.
Prosecutors warn about the dangers of online dating scams and encourage vigilance when sharing personal or financial information.
