Kent Police are probing allegations against Wallflower Weddings for leaving couples waiting years for their wedding videos
Snodland: Kent Police are looking into some serious claims against a local videographer. Couples are saying they’ve been left hanging for years without their wedding videos.
Sarah Stanton, who runs Wallflower Weddings, has been in hot water since August. Reports revealed she canceled on couples right before their weddings and left many waiting for their videos for ages.
Now, some couples are being told they won’t get their edited videos at all. Instead, they need to send in an external hard drive to get back the raw footage. Can you believe that?
This situation has led to a police investigation. A spokesperson for Kent Police confirmed they received a fraud allegation on January 1, and they’re looking into it further.
Stanton, who has over 200 couples on her editing list, posted an update on Facebook on New Year’s Eve. She mentioned that health issues and stress from running her business have made it tough for her.
She asked couples to send in hard drives for their raw footage, but warned they might not get back the exact drive they sent. That’s a bit sketchy, right?
Belinda and Richard Smith, who got married in June 2023, are among those affected. They haven’t heard from Stanton in 18 months and are losing hope of ever seeing their wedding video, which is especially painful since it would have included footage of Belinda’s late father.
They paid £850 for a package, thinking they were helping someone they knew. But now, they regret not getting a contract. Belinda said they kept quiet, hoping for the best, but after Stanton’s recent message, they realized they might never get their video.
Belinda expressed that it’s not just about the money; it’s about preventing Stanton from doing this to others. They’ve faced enough loss already, and it would have been nice to have those memories captured.
When asked for her side, Stanton said she’s tired of trying to change people’s opinions about her. She insists she’s not a scammer, but many brides have shared their frustrations with the delays and lack of communication.
One bride mentioned that Stanton has left many couples waiting for over two years, causing distress and heartache, especially for those who have lost loved ones.
Stanton started her business in 2021 after years of doing videography as a hobby. She claimed she wanted to provide affordable wedding videos but ended up overwhelmed and unable to meet demands.
Another bride, Shania, was devastated when Stanton canceled on her wedding day. She had paid nearly £600 for coverage but was left without a videographer at a crucial moment.
Shania felt let down and wished she had chosen someone else. Stanton has faced backlash for her actions, claiming it has led to anxiety and depression, which affected her ability to fulfill her commitments.
It’s a tough situation for everyone involved, and many are hoping for a resolution soon.
