GoFundMe refunded donations for fake Lapu-Lapu tragedy campaign

A GoFundMe campaign falsely claiming to support a victim of the Lapu-Lapu Day festival tragedy was removed, and over $57,000 in donations will be refunded. The organizer has been banned from future fundraising. The fraudulent campaign, which purported to raise funds for a "loving mother" killed at the festival, was reported after suspicions arose about the victim's identity. The platform confirmed the campaign's removal and that the organizer never had access to the funds. The Vancouver Police Department has cautioned the public about potential fraudulent fundraising efforts related to the festival tragedy, urging caution and verification before donating.