Jerome AI Matthews, also known by the alias Brian, has been accused of orchestrating an elaborate scam targeting foreign nationals seeking Certificates of Sponsorship (COS) for UK visa applications. Presenting himself as a travel agent, Matthews has reportedly defrauded numerous individuals from Nigeria, Ghana, India, and Cameroon. His scheme, active for several years, involves providing fake COS documents that result in not only visa denials but often 10-year bans from entering the UK, leaving victims financially and emotionally devastated.
Victims, driven by the hope of building a future in the UK, fall prey to his scam and discover only later that they have received fraudulent paperwork, with no chance of recouping their funds. When these individuals confront Matthews and demand refunds, he is said to respond by blackmailing and defaming them online, further damaging their reputations and discouraging them from pursuing justice.
Several victims have taken steps to report Matthews to the UK police in an attempt to stop his fraudulent operations. Authorities have linked him to specific phone numbers (+44 7301 634385, +44 7538 074210), a Facebook profile under the name Jerome AI Matthews (aka Brian), and two bank accounts used in the scam:
- Kalman Petrovics
- Sort Code: 110651
- Account Number: 16749462
- Tafari Smith
- Sort Code: 042909
- Account Number: 69167419
This case serves as a stark warning to individuals seeking visa assistance to thoroughly verify the legitimacy of any agent before making financial commitments. Authorities are urged to fully investigate Matthews’ activities and ensure justice for his victims.
