You’ve just discovered someone you care about has been scammed. Your mind races:
“Can we get the money back? Who do we report it to? Is it too late?”
At SafeHaven Recovery, we hear these questions every day. The reality is: some funds can be recovered — but many popular beliefs about scam recovery are dangerously misleading.
Let’s bust some common myths.
❌ MYTH 1: “The bank will always refund the money.”
Reality:
Banks may refund victims of unauthorised transactions, but authorised payments — like voluntary transfers — are harder to claim back.
However, if the victim is considered vulnerable (e.g. due to age, cognitive decline, or coercion), there may be grounds for reimbursement.
✅ Tip: Always report the scam to the bank immediately and request their fraud process in writing.
❌ MYTH 2: “Once the money’s gone, there’s nothing anyone can do.”
Reality:
While crypto transactions are irreversible, they’re not invisible. With the right tools and knowledge, we can:
- Trace funds across the blockchain
- Identify exchanges where crypto was cashed out
- Freeze or flag suspicious wallets
- Report to authorities with evidence that triggers action
You may not get all the money back — but you can stop further losses, disrupt the fraud network, and recover what’s possible.
❌ MYTH 3: “You can just Google a recovery company and hire them.”
Reality:
Sadly, there’s an entire industry of fake recovery agents — often the same scammers, returning under new names.
They offer promises like:
- “Guaranteed recovery”
- “We’ll recover your funds for an upfront fee”
- “We work with Interpol and HMRC”
These are secondary scams targeting people already in distress.
✅ Tip: Never pay upfront for recovery services. A genuine provider (like SafeHaven Recovery) offers transparent terms and realistic guidance — not hype.
❌ MYTH 4: “The police will sort it all out.”
Reality:
UK police and Action Fraud are overwhelmed with cybercrime reports.
While your case will be logged — and in some cases acted on — most victims never hear back.
That’s why having a private recovery specialist on your side can make all the difference. We help ensure:
- Reports are complete and credible
- Evidence is clearly presented
- The right channels are used for your specific type of fraud
✅ So… What’s Actually Possible?
Recovery depends on:
- How long ago the scam occurred
- Whether the funds were sent via bank, card, or crypto
- The platform used
- The victim’s vulnerability status
- The availability of evidence (messages, receipts, screenshots)
We’ve seen families recover:
- Thousands in crypto
- Partial refunds from banks
- Emotional confidence after stopping repeat scams
🛡️ Bottom Line: Don’t Give Up — But Be Realistic
We won’t sugar-coat the truth — not every case ends in recovery.
But doing nothing guarantees loss, while acting quickly and wisely opens doors.
At SafeHaven Recovery, we:
- Assess your case honestly
- Help secure your accounts and devices
- Liaise with banks, crypto exchanges, and police
- Provide compassionate, professional guidance every step of the way
👉 Contact us for a free, confidential consultation today.
You’ll get straight answers — no pressure, no false promises.