Offaly Musician The Victim Of Elaborate Online Scam

Photo Credit: Olivia Douglas Facebook Page

The scammer has been asking for donations through a fake profile.

An Offaly musician has been the victim of an online scam involving a fake Facebook profile and a demand for money. 

Ferbane's Olivia Douglas says she was notified of the scam after a friend received a message from the page asking for a €900 donation to finish a new album.

She's the second victim known after country singer Lisa McHugh had the same issue. 

Ms Douglas is encouraging anyone who may receive a message to block the user immediately:

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