Hyderabad, Feb. 12 -- Ahead of Valentine's Day, Hyderabad City Commissioner of Police VC Sajjanar on Thursday, February 12, issued a public alert warning citizens about "romance scams" that dupe people of money under the guise of love.

Known for reaching out to the public in a relatable manner, Sajjanar used Gen-Z language to warn young citizens about such scams, saying, "Valentine's Day is about roses, not red flags."

"Valentine's Day is about roses, not red flags. But while you're looking for love on dating apps and social media, someone else might be looking at your bank balance," Sajjanar said in an X post.

He urged citizens to watch for common warning signs that are often overlooked due to deceptive tactics used by scammers.

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