nuSep 18, 2026, 07:29

Family of late actor Cees Geel files report for identity fraud

The family of the late Dutch actor Cees Geel has filed a report for identity fraud after his name and images were used in scam investment advertisements. They are warning the public not to trust these fraudulent reports or provide any personal financial information to the platform.

The family of late actor Cees Geel, who passed away in July at age 61, has reported a case of identity fraud to the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets. Following his death from a cardiac arrest, scammers began using the actor's name, photos, and his daughters' likenesses in fraudulent news articles. These online reports falsely claim that Geel achieved significant financial gains through a specific investment platform or cryptorobot.

Deeply distressed by the unauthorized use of their relative's identity during their period of mourning, the family issued a strong warning to the public. They emphasize that the actor had no association with the platform and urge people to avoid clicking on any links or providing financial information. The family encourages any victims of the scheme to file an official report to help stop the criminals from deceiving others. Geel was a well-known figure in the industry, recognized for his performances in films like Simon and De Hel van '63 and the television series Flikken Rotterdam.

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