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60s pop icon Peter Noone is being 'harassed' by fans after bizarre kidnapping hoax


Published on 2025-03-08 08:44:23 - Metro
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  • 60 years on from the pop group's heyday, Herman's Hermits fans have apparently fallen victim to online scammers, posing at Peter online. Conmen pretending to be Peter are reaching out to dedicated fans on social media, claiming that Peter's life in danger and that a ransom is required to save him.

The article from Metro discusses how a 60s pop icon, whose identity is not disclosed, has revealed that they are being harassed at every show by fans who have fallen victim to a scam. These fans have been tricked into believing they are purchasing legitimate meet-and-greet packages, only to find out they've been scammed. The scam involves fake websites and social media accounts that mimic the artist's official channels, selling fake tickets and experiences. The pop icon has expressed frustration and sadness over the situation, urging fans to only buy tickets from official sources and warning them about the prevalence of such scams in the music industry. The artist is also working with authorities to shut down these fraudulent operations and protect their fans.

Read the Full Metro Article at:
[ https://metro.co.uk/2025/03/07/60s-pop-icon-reveals-harassed-every-show-fans-falling-victim-a-scam-22690321/ ]