Spanish police arrested five individuals in a scam where they impersonated Brad Pitt, cheating two women out of $364,000 by claiming romantic interest.
The scammers meticulously constructed psychological profiles of their victims by exploring online fan platforms, ultimately targeting individuals they deemed vulnerable and lonely.
One victim received a letter that professed, 'My love for you is true. Feeling from my heart and forever...' illustrating the emotional manipulation at play.
Authorities were successful in recovering approximately $95,000 for the victims, highlighting the importance of acting swiftly in response to being scammed.
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