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Dating App Nightmares, Pt. 2: Finding Mr. Wrong
Finding a life partner isn’t easy, especially with today’s fast-paced lifestyles. For those singles who find the prospect of trolling bars and nightclubs in search of their perfect mate less than ideal, online dating apps can be a life saver. After all, what could be better than being matched with someone who fits your specifications from the comfort of your own home? While this tried-and-true process has worked countless times without a hitch, occasionally, scoundrels interested in something other than a relationship slip through the cracks, with dire consequences for anyone unfortunate enough to swipe right.
Eighteen-year-old Hadlie Monroe was cautiously optimistic when she went looking for a love connection on Tinder. In February 2022, after scrolling through the men with whom she had been matched, her eyes fell on Kane Fairbank’s profile. After communicating via cell phone and email for several months, the couple finally made plans to meet face-to-face.
On May 10, Hadlie met up with Fairbank, who was also eighteen, in a public place. Their initial interaction had gone so well that he had taken her to meet his family. After seeing what good people they were, she felt confident that she had made the right choice. The chemistry between them was off the charts, prompting the pair to make plans to meet up again two days later at Mueller…
