The Fiancé With Two Faces: How Coleen Greenwood Unmasked Her Lover’s Double Life

A Dream Romance Turns Into a Nightmare

When firefighter James Scott first messaged Coleen Greenwood on a dating site, she was a recently divorced mother of two, tentatively stepping back into the world of romance. James seemed perfect: charming, attentive, and brimming with stories about heroics on the job and his devotion to his two daughters. Coleen’s twin sister Karen and her own daughters quickly warmed to him, and soon, James felt like family.

James spoke of a generous inheritance waiting for him in France, and even went into business with Karen, helping her invest her savings into what seemed like a promising family venture. Plans for an extravagant wedding began to take shape, and life felt full of promise.

But beneath the surface, cracks were beginning to show.

Red Flags and Unraveling Lies

James claimed he’d had a vasectomy, but when Coleen unexpectedly fell pregnant, confusion and doubt crept in. He explained it away—vasectomies can fail, he said, and perhaps this was fate’s way of giving them a second chance. The explanations were always just believable enough.

James was always busy, often away on “shifts” at the fire station. He showed up in full gear, smelling of smoke, telling stories of daring rescues. But as time passed, Coleen noticed inconsistencies. Some things didn’t add up. The business investments stalled, promised work on Karen’s properties never materialized, and James’s stories became more elaborate.

Things came to a head when, just days before the wedding, James left for Texas to bring his daughters home. He went silent. When he returned, he broke the news: the wedding was off. His ex-wife had refused to let the girls leave. Coleen was devastated, but tried to remain supportive.

The Shocking Discovery

As the dust settled, Karen began to investigate. She discovered that the expensive boiler James had supposedly installed was years out of production. Other promised repairs hadn’t happened. Suspicious, she contacted the wedding venue—only to learn that there was no record of a Scott wedding, and the planner James had been emailing didn’t exist.

The sisters’ world began to crumble. Karen called Coleen, urging her to confront James. But before they could, James disappeared, leaving behind only heartbreak and unanswered questions.

Unmasking the Man With Two Lives

The police investigation, led by Detective Chris Benam, revealed the truth: James Scott was actually Greg Wilson, a man living a double life. While Coleen believed he was a heroic firefighter, Greg was married to another woman, spinning a web of lies to both families. He’d fabricated everything—his job, his children, his inheritance, even the vasectomy.

Greg had stolen tens of thousands of pounds from Karen, and left Coleen emotionally and financially devastated. The “daughters” were stock images, the family business a sham, and the firefighter persona a costume.

Justice and Moving Forward

Greg Wilson was eventually arrested and charged with fraud and theft. He waited until the last minute to plead guilty, perhaps hoping his victims wouldn’t have the strength to face him in court. But Coleen and Karen stood firm, determined to see justice done.

Despite losing her savings and facing bankruptcy, Karen found solace in supporting her sister. Coleen, shattered but resilient, focused on her children—especially baby Charlie, the one real gift from a relationship built on lies.

Life After Betrayal

The aftermath was brutal. Coleen had to rebuild her life from scratch, learning to trust again. She met a kind man, but this time, she insisted on meeting his family, checking his documents, and making sure everything was real.

Reflecting on her ordeal, Coleen refuses to let Greg Wilson define her life. “He used to sit up front and always be beside me. Now he’s in the back seat, and eventually, he’ll be in the boot. He’s got no power anymore.”

A Story That Warns and Inspires

Coleen’s story is part of a gripping documentary series exposing romance fraud—revealing the tactics of heartless manipulators and the fight to bring them to justice. It’s a cautionary tale for anyone searching for love online, and a testament to the strength it takes to survive betrayal.

Because even in the darkest moments, true love—for yourself, for your family—can help you find your way back to the light.

If you or someone you know has experienced romance fraud, remember: you’re not alone. There is help, and there is hope.