Aspiring actresses warned of phony producer

BOSTON -- Police are on the hunt for a man they say is pretending to be a Hollywood producer to get women to perform sexual favors.

Police said the man finds the women on legitimate casting Web sites. Then, he sends them a phony script and a six-figure contract.

Investigators said the man arranges to meet the women at a hotel in the Faneuil Hall area for an audition. He promises the women the part in the upcoming movie in exchange for sex.

Another female agreed to meet the said movie producer at a downtown Boston restaurant. During the meeting, the producer convinced her to act out a seductive scene in the buildings elevator.

She got the feeling something was not right and called police.

“What I believe is making it believable, there’s so many movies being filmed in Boston and a lot of big actors are coming to Boston, and there’s a lot of hype in Boston, so I think that’s what’s probably giving him a legitimate appearance,” said Lt. Det. Charles Wilson, of the Boston Police Department.

Police said there have been five victims so far, but believe there are more and want to hear from them.

They have identified a key suspect and say that if more women come forward with a description and evidence police will be able to put him behind bars.

Boston Police urge anyone interested or considering auditioning for acting roles posted on the Internet to exercise extreme caution.

Anyone with information or if you have experienced a similar scenario, please call 617-343-4248.

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