Peruvian Celebrities Targeted in a Wave of Financial Scams

Peruvian Celebrities Targeted in Recent Financial Scams Peru is seeing a rise in financial scams, with several high-profile celebrities recently falling victim. Trome, a leading Peruvian news outlet, has reported on several cases, highlighting the methods used by the fraudsters and the significant financial losses suffered by the victims. One notable case involves reality TV star Mario Irivarren, who reported losing 30,000 soles from his business account. "It was a sophisticated scheme," a source close to Irivarren stated, "they used very convincing tactics." Another victim, singer Leslie Shaw, was defrauded by her own community manager, losing over 150,000 soles. Comedian Gabriela Serpa also fell prey to a scam, losing 300,000 soles to her ex-partner in 2024. The video also mentions Flavia Laos and Mayra Goñi, who were victims of a travel package scam, losing their money to a fraudulent travel agent. While these are just a few examples, the increasing number of celebrity victims highlights a concerning trend in Peru. Authorities are urging citizens to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity.