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European Task Force Exposes Sofia-Based Fake Law Firm Ring
An international operation has exposed a criminal network of fake lawyers operating from Sofia, Bulgaria, which stole over €5,000,000 from victims across Europe
An international operation led by the European Crypto Fraud Intelligence Unit (ECFIU) has dismantled a sophisticated network of fake lawyers operating from Sofia, Bulgaria, which defrauded victims of over €5,000,000. The criminal group impersonated legitimate attorneys to target individuals involved in ongoing legal disputes, demanding advanced fees for non-existent services and fake settlements.
Posing as representatives of international law firms, the fraudsters used forged documents and threatening legal jargon to pressure vulnerable victims into transferring substantial sums. The ECFIU, in collaboration with Bulgarian authorities, has made multiple arrests and is working to freeze assets and return funds to those affected.
Sofia, Bulgaria. August 5, 2025.
Posing as representatives of international law firms, the fraudsters used forged documents and threatening legal jargon to pressure vulnerable victims into transferring substantial sums. The ECFIU, in collaboration with Bulgarian authorities, has made multiple arrests and is working to freeze assets and return funds to those affected.
Sofia, Bulgaria. August 5, 2025.
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