A wedding planner scam has left a Cape Town bride and her partner R55,000 out of pocket, reports Cape {town} Etc.
According to @jodi_dee TikTok video she explains that, two weeks before the ceremony, ‘our wedding planner ran away with our payment of R55 000′.
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In a short update on the campaign page, the couple describe the shock of losing a deposit and the scramble to rebook suppliers at short notice. The couple then started a BackaBuddy account, asking the public for help to salvage their day.
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The post has driven offers of help from friends, family and strangers who say they want to see the wedding go ahead.
Thanks to a very supportive public they have successfully reached their target today.
Experts and consumer bodies urge anyone who suspects fraud to act quickly. Report suspected theft to the South African Police Service and get a case number, the government advises.
Victims should also contact fraud-prevention bodies such as the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) and notify their bank to check for recoverable payments.
The couple’s update is a vivid reminder that careful vendor checks and written contracts matter. If you are planning a wedding, ask for references, verify business details and use traceable payments. Those who recognise the supplier or have information are asked to contact the couple via the BackaBuddy page.
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Picture: @jodi_dee / TikTok
