Words shape how victims see themselves. “Pig butchering scam” was coined by criminals—and it dehumanizes the people they target. This piece flips the script: the pigs are the scammers feeding off stolen money; victims are investigators who fight back. Learn how language fuels shame and silence, how to protect yourself from recovery scams, and where to get real help. DDG is a nonprofit offering free investigations, legal support, and safe reporting. Report your scam safely now
