Alanas Chošnau Warns of Scammers Posing as Him for VIP Services
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Singer Alanas Chošnau warns the public about scammers using his name and photos.
- Scammers sent fake documents and requested payments for non-existent VIP services and meetings.
- Chošnau urges fans to only use official channels for information and to verify any suspicious messages.
Lithuanian singer Alanas Chošnau has issued a public warning after discovering that scammers are impersonating him. The fraudsters have been sending fake documents, using his photos, and even forging his signature to solicit money from fans.
It is very regrettable that people's trust, sincerity, and fans' love are being exploited. It is especially painful when my name, photos, and even a forged signature are used for this.
One fan was reportedly asked to pay 800 euros for a non-existent VIP card and an additional 8,000 euros for a private meeting with Chošnau at a hotel. The fan, suspicious of the messages received via WhatsApp and Telegram, contacted Chošnau's management, which helped prevent the deception.
If there is even the slightest doubt about suspicious manipulations in my name or image, I always urge you to first contact only through my official social media channels or management via email.
Chošnau expressed his dismay at the exploitation of public trust and affection. "It is very regrettable that people's trust, sincerity, and fans' love are being exploited," he stated. "It is especially painful when my name, photos, and even a forged signature are used for this." He emphasized that no VIP cards or paid private meetings exist and are entirely fraudulent.
The mere fact that a famous name is mentioned in the message or photos are sent does not mean it is real. People are often rushed, creating the impression that they need to act here and now because their supposed opportunity is exclusive.
The artist urged anyone receiving suspicious messages to verify information through his official social media channels or management email. He noted that scammers are becoming increasingly inventive, using celebrity names and official-looking documents to create a sense of urgency and exclusivity. Chošnau advised the public to critically assess any offers and not to succumb to pressure, as his fan did.
In such situations, the most important thing is not to give in to pressure and to check everything, as my fan did.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.