Story J Company, the entertainment agency representing stars like Kim Tae-hee, Kim Sung-cheol, and Oh Yeon-seo, has issued a warning about scams involving individuals impersonating their managers. The agency has also announced plans to take strong action against such fraudulent activities.
On the 24th, Story J Company stated, "We have received multiple reports of crimes involving individuals impersonating our managers to commit fraud. Our company does not request money or personal information from individuals for any reason, nor do we present business cards to request the purchase of specific items or make reservations."
They further advised, "All such requests are illegal activities. If you receive any suspicious contact claiming to be from us, please do not respond and report it to the police immediately." The agency emphasized their awareness of the seriousness of the issue and their intention to respond firmly to impersonation and fraud activities. They urged everyone to be particularly cautious to prevent further incidents.
Story J Company represents a roster of celebrities including Kang Mina, Kim Da-som, Kim Sung-cheol, Kim Tae-hee, Bae Yoo-ram, Seo In-guk, Oh Yeon-seo, Lee Si-eon, and Lee Wan.
Recently, there have been incidents of scams involving impersonation of celebrities, their agency representatives, and other public figures like politicians, where fraudsters request purchases on their behalf and then disappear. Previously, figures like Jang Min-ho, Lee Soo-geun, and Ahn Jae-wook have also warned against such scams.
◆ Official Statement
Hello,
This is Story J Company.
We have confirmed multiple reports of crimes involving individuals impersonating our managers to commit fraud.
Our company does not request money or personal information from individuals for any reason, nor do we present business cards to request the purchase of specific items or make reservations.
All such requests are illegal activities. If you receive any suspicious contact claiming to be from us, please do not respond and report it to the police immediately.
We are aware of the seriousness of this issue and plan to respond firmly to impersonation and fraud activities.
Please be particularly cautious to prevent further incidents.
Thank you.
Reporter: Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia bella@tenasia.co.kr