REPORTING GUIDE

Reporting a Catfish in United States — New York

Report to New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds & Protection, the agency that actually handles catfish and romance-scam reports for this jurisdiction.

Where to Report

New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds & Protection

https://ag.ny.gov/file-complaint/consumer

Handled under New York General Business Law's consumer-protection provisions.

Verified 2026-09-03

Before You Report

Reporting to Law Enforcement
Reporting a Catfish to the Platform
Reporting Financial Fraud to Your Bank
What to Do If You've Already Sent Money
Documenting a Conversation in Case You Need to Report It