Love Con Revenge: Bridget Phillips reveals details that didn’t make the final cut 

Bridget Phillips from Rhode Island became one of the central voices in Netflix’s documentary Love Con Revenge, which dives into the messy world of romance scams. Her story centered on Ricky Morrisey, a smooth talker she met on a dating app, who soon moved into her home. It did not take long before warning signs showed up along with missing money. The documentary captured most of her ordeal, but the cameras stopped rolling before the court gave its final word.

That came on September 5, 2025, when Morrisey was officially sentenced. His crimes ranged from larceny, credit card fraud, to computer tricks, and the result was three years of punishment. But only five months will actually be served behind bars, the rest spent on probation with orders to pay back what he stole. Phillips has said the sentence does not match the harm Morrisey caused, especially considering how deep his lies ran. For her, the legal outcome feels far lighter than the heartbreak and financial wreckage left behind.

The case highlights how Love Con Revenge production timelines can miss crucial developments in ongoing legal matters affecting the subjects featured.

Love Con Revenge: What did Bridget Phillips reveal about fraudster Ricky Morrisey and her experience?

Morrisey faced multiple criminal charges related to his fraudulent activities. The court sentenced him to three years total, with five months served in Rhode Island jail facilities. Additional penalties included license suspension for his remaining sentence period. He must also complete substance abuse counseling as part of his rehabilitation requirements.

The restitution amount reached $13,630, representing documented financial losses to victims. Phillips considers this punishment insufficient given the scope of Morrisey's criminal behavior.

Phillips explained to Fun107.com that Morrisey's theft extended far beyond documented financial amounts. The charges only covered his unauthorized use of her father's estate debit card.

"My dad had died of cancer and in addition, when my dad was dying, he had little gold coins that were passed down from family worth only a few hundred dollars, but my dad was trying to put one into a necklace before he passed as a way to remember him," she revealed to the music station outlet.

Morrisey's fraudulent behavior traces back to family relationships and personal tragedy. His own father died in 2023, creating inheritance disputes with his stepmother. His stepmother revealed that Morrissey's father was also a fraudster.

Morrisey demanded life insurance proceeds while refusing to claim his father's body from the morgue. One particularly cruel deception involved a deceased military veteran named Clarence. Morrisey falsely claimed he served alongside Clarence, who supposedly died saving Morrisey's life during combat.

The ongoing impact of the Netflix docuseries Love Con Revenge

Phillips hopes that sharing her experience on Love Con Revenge encourages other victims to come forward. She believes additional cases exist that haven't reached public attention or legal prosecution.

Morrisey currently serves his jail sentence in Rhode Island facilities. He's scheduled for release by early 2026, raising concerns about future victims. The documentary serves as both entertainment and education about romance scam warning signs. Phillips emphasizes that viewers should learn protective strategies from these real experiences.

Love Con Revenge captures most of Phillips' ordeal, but the legal resolution came too late for inclusion. Her story demonstrates how romance scammers exploit emotional connections for financial gain. The sentencing provides some closure, though Phillips questions whether justice truly matches the crimes committed. Her willingness to share personal details may help others recognize similar manipulation tactics before suffering comparable losses.

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You can watch Love Con Revenge on Netflix.

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