Doctor and Entrepreneur Petra Meštrić Falls Victim to Online Fraud

Doctor and entrepreneur Petra Meštrić has fallen victim to identity theft, with her image and personal data being used without her permission to promote a product she has no connection to. Meštrić discovered that her likeness was being exploited in an online advertisement and that claims attributed to her in the ad were fabricated.

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After discovering that her identity was being used without permission, she tried to resolve the problem by directly contacting the people behind the ad, but without success.

She stated that she never authorized the use of her identity or made the claims presented in the advertisement. Upon discovering the misuse, Meštrić attempted to contact the individuals responsible for the advertisement to resolve the situation. However, these efforts proved unsuccessful.

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She stated that she tried to contact those responsible to resolve the situation, but she did not succeed.

While she did not report the case to the police, Meštrić later learned that the fraudulent page was no longer accessible, suggesting it may have been removed. Her primary concern throughout the ordeal was not personal damage but protecting her followers who trust her recommendations. She emphasized her professional responsibility to ensure any endorsement is based on genuine belief and professional integrity.

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She emphasized that every recommendation she gives is part of her professional responsibility.

Meštrić advised the public to exercise caution and verify information exclusively through official communication channels. She acknowledged that other public figures and doctors face similar situations and stressed the importance of checking if recommendations originate from official profiles to safeguard citizens and maintain trust.

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The doctor emphasized that her personal feelings were not the priority in this situation, but rather the responsibility towards her followers.