Scammers charging restaurants thousands, promising a Keith Lee visit
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Lee has become one of the most influential food reviewers on TikTok, with over 16 million followers. But he said he would never charge a restaurant.
Scammers are targeting Indianapolis restaurants, claiming for thousands of dollars they will get viral food critic Keith Lee to come to the businesses.
Lee, a professional MMA fighter, has become one of the most influential food reviewers on TikTok, with over 16 million followers. His reviews typically consist of him eating takeout in his car and rating every detail, including the service he received.
Since his reviews can sometimes make or break a restaurant, owners always try to get his attention, which these scammers in Indianapolis took advantage of. He addressed the scam in a video for his followers.
"I would rather not make this video but it's come to my attention, people scamming on my behalf and I don't want nobody falling victim to it," said Lee.
The social media star said it was leaked to the public that he would be in Indianapolis for the NBA All-Star Game Weekend.
