Spanish Police Arrest Five for Scamming Women by Posing as Brad Pitt

The scammers defrauded two women of €325,000 through emotional manipulation and false investment schemes.

Five individuals were arrested by Spanish police for posing as Hollywood star Brad Pitt to scam two women out of €325,000.
The scammers contacted the victims via a Brad Pitt fan page, establishing false romantic relationships through emails and WhatsApp.
The victims, from Andalusia and the Basque Country, were tricked into investing in non-existent projects.
The cybercriminals meticulously studied the victims' social networks to identify vulnerable individuals suffering from emotional hardships.
Police raids across multiple provinces led to the recovery of €85,000 and the seizure of mobile phones, computers, and other evidence.