FORTUNE - Even CEOs can’t escape being catfished

Even CEOs can’t escape being catfished. ⁠⁠According to federal prosecutors in New York, the CEO of a publicly traded company was the victim of an extortion and catfishing scheme that targeted wealthy, high-profile men.⁠⁠ A 34-year-old Bronx woman, who was arrested Wednesday, made numerous intimidating messages to the CEO and threatened to release photos and explicit communications in an attempt to get payouts, according to the indictment. ⁠⁠The woman also targeted others as part of an alleged blackmail and extortion scheme.⁠⁠🔗 Read the full story by clicking the link in bio.⁠
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