There are over 750 Gypsy Fortune Tellers in the police database. Is your Gypsy Psychic on the list? 3. What is a "confidence crime"? A confidence crime is a crime whereby a crook scams a person by first gaining their trust and then exploiting that trust, often through the use of fear and coercion. See FAQ #2: How does the fortune telling con work? for an explanation of how the Gypsy fortune teller confidence crime works. Exposing the Truth: Frequently Asked Questions (Continued) What is "cold reading"? How does the fortune telling con work? What is a "confidence crime"? What is a "Gypsy" exactly, and where do they come from? How could a whole culture of people -- Gypsies -- really all be that focused on crime and ripping people off without any conscience at all? How could they do it so convincingly? If it's really phony, then why would they go to so much trouble to put on an act? Why would they make us undergo such elaborate prayer in their living rooms? Why so much effort? Aren't there easier ways to steal someone's money? What about all the Christian/religious stuff in their homes? All of their talk about God and Jesus and goodness? If these Gypsies are really stealing my money, then why do they all live in such modest, run down homes in need of repair? Where does the money go? "I can see where other Gypsies are scam artists pretending to be psychic healers. But mine really is. She does really care, I've seen it. And she knows too much about me to not have powers. She cares too much." You're at rock bottom (And this spiritualist truly cares and wants to help you) What are your options? return to Gypsy Psychic Scams homepage my story (continued from home page)