On May 8, VARO Entertainment, the agency representing actor Byeon Woo Seok, has issued a warning about a scam involving individuals impersonating company staff to commit fraud.

The agency explained that scammers have been posing as managers of its artists and contacting small businesses under false pretenses. They reportedly request advance payments for items such as wine, claiming the purchases are for company gatherings. Once the goods are prepared or payment is made, the scammers disappear without further contact, leaving the victims with financial losses.

VARO Entertainment made it clear that neither its employees nor any official representatives ever ask for money transfers or product purchases. The agency emphasized that any such requests are fraudulent and illegal.

“We are fully aware of the seriousness of this matter and are taking all necessary legal steps to address it,” the company stated. “We ask the public to remain vigilant and verify the identity of anyone claiming to be affiliated with our company.”

VARO Entertainment also urged anyone who receives a suspicious request to report it immediately to prevent further damage.

VARO Entertainment's Official Statement

"Hello. This is VARO Entertainment.

We are reaching out to inform you of a recent scam in which individuals have been impersonating our employees to obtain financial gain.

These individuals have been falsely posing as managers of our artists and contacting small business owners and vendors. Using the excuse of arranging company dinners or similar events, they request advance payments for specific items, often wine. Once preparations are made, they abruptly cut off contact, resulting in financial harm to the victims. This is known as a "no-show" scam.

Please note that our employees and affiliates never ask for money transfers or purchases of goods under any circumstances. Any such request should be considered fraudulent and illegal. If you receive a similar request, we urge you to confirm the identity of the person and proceed with caution to prevent further damage.

VARO Entertainment takes this issue very seriously and is doing everything possible to pursue legal action against those responsible. Thank you."

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