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Assistant of China Influencer Steals Identities for Tips

Filed: Feb 08, 2026 at 6:03 AM ET
Summary: A fashion influencer accuses her assistant of identity theft, earning $158,000 in tips.
WHO: Chen Xin
WHAT: Identity theft and impersonation
WHEN: Jan 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: To exploit the influencer's identity for financial gain
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