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Love Bombed

Vicky Pattison uncovers one the UK鈥檚 most prolific Lovebombers, Raymond McDonald.

Despite a court ban he is still on dating apps and talking to women. One of them is us.

Vicky Pattison investigates romance fraud, exploring extreme cases of love bombing, lies and psychological manipulation. Victims share their stories and experts discuss how we, as a society, can affect change.

Series 4. WifeHunter
Uncovering one the UK鈥檚 most prolific Lovebombers, Raymond McDonald. Despite a court ban he is still on dating apps and talking to women. One of them is us.

Previously on Love Bombed:

Series 3. Love Bombed Presents...Betrayed
Vicky Pattison explores double lives, mental trickery, manipulation and love.

Series 2. Who is Alex?
A story of survival after a woman nearly lost her money and sense of self to an online fraudster.

Series 1. Who is James Scott?
The incredible double life of a serial cheater and his true identity.

Have you been love bombed? Tell us your story at lovebombed@bbc.co.uk.

Credits: Series 4. WifeHunter

Presented by Vicky Pattison.
Writer and Producer: Jane Downs and Barney Rowntree.
Investigative reporter: Philippa Goymer.
Story Consultant: Barney Rowntree.
Sound designer: Kasel Kundola.
Online Producer: Rachael Smith.
Executive Producer: Dan Farthing (麻豆社 Investigations NE & Cumbria).
Commissioning Editor: Alistair Miskin.

Lovebombed was made at 麻豆社 Radio Newcastle for 麻豆社 Sounds.

Visit bbc.co.uk/actionline for help and support on issues raised in this series.