Prosecutors Investigate AI Voice Impersonation Scam Targeting Hospital Director Chen Wei-ming
The Shilin District Prosecutors Office has launched an investigation into a sophisticated scam using AI voice-cloning technology to impersonate Taipei Veterans General Hospital Director Chen Wei-ming to sell fake drugs.
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- 📰 Published: April 25, 2026 at 12:15
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Director Chen Wei-ming of Taipei Veterans General Hospital, a renowned orthopedic expert, has been repeatedly targeted by scammers impersonating him to sell fake medicine. Some patients even brought fake products to his clinic. The Shilin District Prosecutors Office announced today that it has proactively started an investigation, assigning a specialized task force to track down the illegal acts. During a clinic session on the 23rd, several patients asked Chen about medicine they saw him selling online. One person had already been deceived into buying joint ointment and brought it, along with a receipt, to the hospital. Chen stated that scammers are using AI voice-cloning technology for 'murder for profit' and urged victims to come forward and sue. The hospital issued a statement reminding the public that no doctor at the hospital sells products and warned: 'Do not buy, do not click, and report immediately to 165.' Prosecutors emphasized they will strictly handle scams that exploit medical reputations and endanger health.