Singer Jang Min-ho's agency, Ho Entertainment, has urged caution regarding impersonation scams.
On the 22nd, the agency stated, “Recently, there have been repeated incidents of crimes where individuals impersonate singers or agency managers to commit fraud, so we ask for special attention.”
Additionally, they explained, “There have been cases where criminals approached fans to demand money or personal information, made no-shows after booking orders with small business owners, and forged agency business cards to request business registration certificates.”
The agency emphasized, “We do not request money or personal information from individuals through unofficial channels, nor do we proceed with reservation purchases or orders while presenting manager business cards.”
They added, “As these crimes target vulnerable groups on social media and online, we ask you to spread this notice to your acquaintances and be cautious to avoid similar victimization.”
Recently, impersonation scams involving celebrities have been rampant nationwide. Previously, singers Lim Young-woong and Song Ga-in, as well as actors So Ji-sub and Song Ji-hyo, have also urged caution.
Below is the full official statement
Hello, this is Ho Entertainment.
Recently, there have been frequent incidents of crimes where individuals impersonate singers or agency managers to commit fraud.
It has been reported that criminals approach fans to demand money or personal information, make no-shows after booking orders with small business owners, and forge agency business cards to request business registration certificates.
The agency does not request money or personal information from individuals through unofficial channels, nor do we proceed with reservation purchases or orders while presenting manager business cards.
Furthermore, as previously mentioned, we do not contact individuals directly to solicit paid fan club membership applications.
As these crimes target vulnerable groups on social media and online, we ask you to spread this notice to your acquaintances and be cautious to avoid similar victimization. Thank you.
