Brad Pitt's representative has issued a warning following the arrest of individuals posing as the actor and scamming women out of a total of $350,000. The victims believed they were communicating with the genuine Brad Pitt through WhatsApp, only to discover they had been deceived by imposters. The representative emphasized the importance of being cautious and vigilant against such scams, urging fans to verify identities before engaging in any online conversations.

Spanish authorities have apprehended five individuals accused of defrauding two women out of €325,000 (£271,000) by impersonating Hollywood actor Brad Pitt online. According to a statement from Spain's Guardia Civil police force, the suspects initiated contact with the victims through a fan website dedicated to the Oscar-winning star. They convinced the women that they were engaged in a romantic relationship with Pitt, leading to the substantial financial losses.