Well I have been through such mess, it's not just the way you think it is, but it's as crazy as fck but thanks to one Mrs @hacktorpedo1 on twitter/X who helped me get my shitcoins back, you can recommend your friend to reach out to him

Have you been able to reach out to them?

This is really awful mate but best I can say is sorry and if you need help in recovering your funds, dm @hacktorpedo1 on twitter he will properly assist you with the recovery of what you lost he is efficient at his job.