Vinted Designer Bag Scam: Seller Left With Nothing
A UK seller shares her devastating story of selling a luxury designer bag on Vinted, only to be left empty-handed after a sophisticated buyer scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
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Sophisticated LinkedIn CV Writing Scam Exposed
A sophisticated new scam is exploiting job seekers on LinkedIn, using fake profiles and AI to sell fraudulent CV writing services. Here's how to protect yourself.
Elderly Surrey woman loses £1,700 life savings in courier scam
A vulnerable 84-year-old woman from Surrey was conned out of her entire savings by sophisticated fraudsters posing as police officers in a devastating courier scam that highlights the rising threat to elderly residents.
Man uses Babe Ruth's name in baseball card scam, charged
A Tennessee man faces criminal charges after allegedly using the iconic name of baseball legend Babe Ruth to scam a victim in a fraudulent memorabilia deal, exposing a sophisticated identity theft operation.
DWP Alert: 7 Million At Risk From New Benefit Scam
The Department for Work and Pensions issues an urgent warning as sophisticated fraudsters target benefit claimants. Learn the red flags to protect your money.
New Timeshare Scam Warning for British Holidaymakers
British tourists are being targeted by a sophisticated new timeshare scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money and personal information from fraudsters.
Fake 'Closing Down Sale' Scam Targeting UK Shoppers Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated 'closing down sale' scams on social media, with fake ads from counterfeit brands tricking Brits out of thousands. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect your money.
How To Stream Every BBC Drama Online
Discover how to unlock the BBC's vast archive of award-winning dramas, from recent hits to timeless classics, all available to stream online. Your next binge-watch starts here.
Brit kidnapped in US after fake crypto job interview
A British man was brutally kidnapped and tortured in the US after being tricked into a fake cryptocurrency job interview. This is the shocking story of a sophisticated transatlantic trap.
'Phantom' Parcel Delivery Scam Warning For UK Households
UK households are being targeted by a sophisticated 'phantom delivery' SMS scam. Royal Mail and Action Fraud issue urgent warning as criminals steal personal and financial details.
DWP scam warning: Fraudsters target benefit claimants
The DWP has issued an urgent warning about a sophisticated scam targeting benefit claimants. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
Cinderella Scam: Drugged via breasts, robbed unconscious
A shocking new scam involves women luring victims into licking drug-laced breasts before robbing them. One victim recounts waking up stripped of valuables worth thousands.
Wheelchair scam leaves Gold Coast woman $1,700 poorer
A paraplegic woman from the Gold Coast was conned out of $1,700 in a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace deal for a wheelchair. Police are investigating the heartless scam.
Apprentice fans scammed by fake '1% Club' membership
Fans of BBC's The Apprentice are being tricked into paying £4.99 a month for a so-called '1% Club' membership that offers no real benefits. Here's what you need to know to avoid the scam.
Puppy scam leaves woman £1,200 poorer
A woman shares her devastating experience after falling victim to a sophisticated puppy scam, losing £1,200 and her dream pet.
Tinder Swindler victim speaks out in Netflix doc
Cecilie Fjellhoy, one of the victims of the infamous 'Tinder Swindler' Simon Leviev, reveals her harrowing experience of love, betrayal, and financial ruin in a gripping Netflix documentary.
Woman loses £500 in cruel puppy scam
A woman shares her devastating experience after falling victim to a cruel puppy scam, losing £500 for a dog that was never real. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
Aussie loses £50K in Thailand crypto scam
An Australian traveller was duped out of £50,000 in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam while holidaying in Thailand. Here's how the fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Dating app disaster: woman's shocking experience
A woman shares her shocking experience after signing up for a dating app, revealing the dark side of online romance.
Conman jailed for preying on pensioners in phone scam
A fraudster who preyed on vulnerable pensioners and disabled individuals through a cruel phone scam has been sentenced to five years in prison. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
Father loses £30k in Google search scam
A father was conned out of £30,000 after falling victim to a sophisticated scam found through a Google search. Experts warn of rising online fraud tactics.
Emirates passengers scammed in fake booking fraud
Hundreds of passengers have fallen victim to a sophisticated scam involving fake Emirates Airline booking confirmations. Authorities warn travellers to stay vigilant.
Tourists warned about growing luggage tag scam
Holidaymakers are being targeted by a sophisticated luggage tag scam at airports. Here’s how to protect your belongings.
TikTok scammer sold fake festival tickets—victim forgives
A TikTok fraudster conned music lovers with counterfeit festival tickets, but in a surprising twist, one victim decided to extend forgiveness. Discover the emotional story behind the scam.
Urgent warning over super account scam targeting UK savers
UK authorities issue an urgent alert over a sophisticated scam targeting super accounts. Learn how to protect your savings from fraudsters.
AI lawn scam sweeps TikTok - how it works
A sophisticated AI-driven scam is targeting homeowners on TikTok, offering fake lawn care services and vanishing with their money. Authorities warn of rising digital fraud.
DWP energy support scam targets UK households
Scammers are impersonating the DWP to trick people into sharing personal details with fake energy support offers. Here's how to spot the fraud.
Ore Oduba exposes Mel Robbins scam
Former Strictly Come Dancing winner Ore Oduba warns fans about a scam involving motivational speaker Mel Robbins, urging caution on social media.
Sophie Vouzelaud victim of elaborate catfish scam
French model Sophie Vouzelaud reveals how she became the victim of a sophisticated catfish scam, with fraudsters using her identity to deceive fans online.
Sydney tradie loses $500k in property scam
A Sydney tradesman was duped out of his $500,000 life savings in a sophisticated property scam. Experts warn of rising fraud tactics in Australia's competitive housing market.
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