Man posing as NFL player accused of conning women out of $1.3M
A federal case alleges Daejon Labrayae Love posed as a San Francisco 49ers player to gain women’s trust and promote fraudulent investments. Prosecutors say he and an alleged accomplice received about $1.3 million from at least 26 women; Love has pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
Domonique DuBose says she met Love on Hinge but became suspicious of his rapid messages and claims of wealth. She checked football records and noticed his photos repeatedly showed 49ers clothing; investigators later confirmed he had never worked for the team or the NFL. DuBose says she avoided losing money, and a judge ordered Love detained as a flight risk.
- Prosecutors allege a fake NFL identity helped secure $1.3 million.
- At least 26 women are said to have sent money.
- Love pleaded not guilty and was detained as a flight risk.
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The San Francisco 49ers are a professional American football team in the National Football League (NFL), the top league in the sport in the United States. A player’s connection to a well-known team can bring trust and attention, including on dating and investment platforms.
Federal prosecutors allege that Daejon Labrayae Love falsely claimed to play for the 49ers and used that story to promote investments. They say he and an alleged accomplice received about $1.3 million from at least 26 women; Love has pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
The case concerns alleged fraud through personal relationships and investment claims. It also highlights why claims about someone’s job or sporting career may matter when people are deciding whether to trust them with money.