This is how they use Father Diego Jaramillo, from El Minuto de Dios, to deceive users.
News Colombia.
In recent days, numerous users have reported publications that appear to have the support of Father Jaramillo, but that in reality are digital scams.
The messages promise quick, miraculous results with collagen products, using the religious leader’s moral authority to build trust.
The Work El Minuto de Dios has confirmed that Father Jaramillo does not endorse or sell any productsand has warned about the risks of falling into these traps.
“These frauds not only deceive, but put the digital security of users at risk. We call for prudence and verification of information before sharing or purchasing products,” the institution stated.
Digital security experts explain that these scams have multiplied thanks to the artificial intelligencewhich allows you to create extremely convincing fake videos and audiosdifficult to distinguish from the originals.
Includes the use of deepfakes and synthetic voices, which make content seem legitimate even to experienced users.
Digital fraud on the rise
The digital fraud involving Father Jaramillo is not an isolated event: it reflects a growing pattern in which religious leaders and public figures are frequent targets of identity theftdue to the trust they generate in their communities.
According to analysts, this type of fraud takes advantage the credibility and prestige of leaders to induce users to purchase products or reveal personal information.
The effects of these scams can be serious. Beyond financial losses, users who interact with suspicious links can compromise their data, fall for phishing, or even download malicious software. Therefore, the recommendation of the Work El Minuto de Dios is clear:
- Do not share suspicious posts that they use the image of Father Jaramillo.
- Do not buy miracle products from unverified sources.
- Report fraudulent posts to digital platforms.
- Avoid clicking on dubious links and keep device security software updated.
Father Jaramillo’s complaint thus becomes a national alertremembering that protection against digital deception begins with education and prevention.
Users must learn to identify signs of fraudalways verify the source of information and distrust promises of miraculous results.
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