I think we should consider whether there might be a social responsibility to not fund scammers. Rather than considering the matter purely from the perspective

I think we should consider whether there might be a social responsibility to not fund scammers. Rather than considering the matter purely from the perspective of the investor's bank account, we should consider the broader impact of allowing scammers to find investors. It degrades the reputation of the industry every time it happens, and frankly I think it degrades society. Every time a scammer is enriched, society as a whole is harmed.