Impersonating Former Colleague in 'Romance Scam'... Police Launch Investigation
[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo Byung-don] The Guro Police Station in Seoul announced on the 12th that it has launched an investigation after receiving a complaint stating that a former colleague had stolen photos.
The complainant, a woman in her 20s, is reported to have claimed that Ms. A, a woman in her 40s who was her colleague, impersonated her online.
The complaint also included allegations that Ms. A sent photos of the complainant's body to approach men and swindled several million won worth of money and goods.
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The police have booked Ms. A on charges of defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act and plan to summon her for suspect questioning as soon as possible.
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