'Famous Actor' Steals Thousands From Delco Man: State Police

Pennsylvania State Police said a local senior citizen wired a scammer who was posing as a famous actor more than $6,000 recently.

Posted Mon, Apr 7, 2025 at 8:48 am ET

GLEN MILLS, PA — A Delaware County man fell victim to a scammer who claimed to be a famous actor, according to authorities.

Pennsylvania State Police said they were called to a home in Glen Mills on March 14 for a report of a theft.

Troopers learned the victim, a 77-year-old man, wired someone $6,150.

Authorities said the man believed the person he wired money to was a famous actor.

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