Woman Says She Sent ‘Boyfriend’ $7K To Get Home From Nigeria, But He Claims He Can’t Leave

Anna admits she’s never met “Sammie,” her internet “boyfriend” in person, but insists he is caring, loving, kind – and rich. Her son, Nino, claims that “Sammie” is a catfish who has talked Anna out of tens of thousands of dollars. “Over the years, I’ve certainly helped Sammie out,” admits Anna. She says she recently sent him $7,000 to help him get home from Nigeria, but he claims he isn’t currently permitted to leave. Is Anna beginning to have doubts about “Sammie?” What does she say he claims happened just days before he was supposed to fly to the U.S.? Part one of this three-part Dr. Phil airs Tuesday. Check here for your local listing. If you believe you have been the victim of an internet love scam, visit the FBI’s special website: www.IC3.gov. TELL DR. PHIL YOUR STORY: Want Dr. Phil to investigate a situation or possible scam?