An Evanston woman has fallen victim to an elaborate online romance scam, losing $62,000 to someone posing as actor Kevin Costner. According to local authorities, the scammer contacted the woman via social media, claiming to be the Hollywood star and eventually convincing her to send money under the guise of personal and professional emergencies.
The victim believed she was in a genuine relationship with the impersonator, who used flattery, fake photos, and fabricated stories to gain her trust over several months. Officials are using the case to warn others about the growing threat of celebrity impersonation scams, urging the public to be cautious and verify identities before sending money online.
An investigation is ongoing, but no arrests have been made.