Warning issued as impersonator tries to cash in on TD Pearse Doherty
Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty has warned the public about a scammer impersonating him on social media to solicit money. He clarified that he never requests financial contributions or bank details through messaging apps.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the growing prevalence of digital impersonation scams targeting public figures to exploit the trust of their constituents.
A con artist is attempting to cash in on Sinn F in politician Pearse Doherty after setting up a fake profile asking people for money.
The scam has led the Donegal TD to issue a warning to his followers after the impersonator set up a fake online account asking for financial contributions.
The Gaoth Dobhair politician posted a statement telling his 125,000-plus social media followers that he had been conned.
Doherty revealed a fake account had been set up and was asking people for money.
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