Luxury Bargain Fraud Probe: Man in His 20s Posed as Female Influencer

Seoul Geumcheon Police said on May 11 that they have booked and are investigating a man in his 20s, identified by the surname Park, on suspicion of stealing a large sum by falsely claiming online that he was selling luxury goods at steep discounts. According to police, Park allegedly posed as a female influencer and deceived victims by saying he would sell luxury items cheaply. The reported damage amounts to about 2 billion won. The case again highlights the importance of verifying seller identity and transaction terms in online luxury trading. The police investigation is expected to clarify the detailed circumstances of the alleged fraud and whether there are additional victims. Source: mk.co.kr