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I was reading up on Walter Gella's case and noticed something I thought was worth discussing. It seems like the fact he believed he won a new car could be a key detail, maybe beckoning some kind of influence or manipulation? Particularly for someone with dementia, a convincing story or illusion might be all it takes for someone to be led astray. I’m curious if anyone else thinks this could be linked to a scam of some sort. Has anyone seen similar cases where scams targeting those with cognitive challenges have led to a person’s disappearance? I’ve read about some fraudsters who prey on vulnerable individuals with promises of prizes or gifts—could this be happening here? Could someone have convinced him to leave the house, and who might benefit from him believing such a story? Of course, I hope he’s found safe soon, but this angle of the "car prize" just keeps gnawing at me. Let me know if anyone has heard any updates about any potential scams like this. Stay safe, everyone!
