Medic accused of $9.77m veterans fraud arrested
A US medic with a prior identity theft conviction is accused of a $9.77 million scam against veterans. Arrested at San Francisco airport, he faces up to 10 years in prison. Read the full investigation.
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Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173K fraud
A fraudster who posed as a nurse for four years, risking patient safety and earning nearly £173,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173k fraud
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in six care homes for four years has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
$1bn Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal Exposed
A billion-dollar fraud spree has shattered Minnesota's famed social safety net, with funds for hungry children funding luxury lifestyles. Discover the full story.
Judge overturns $7.2m fraud conviction, sparks fury
A Minneapolis judge has overturned a jury's guilty verdict in a $7.2 million Medicaid fraud case, igniting fury among jurors and politicians. The AG has appealed.
DVLA alert: Drivers risk fines from identity theft
The DVLA warns drivers to spot sophisticated scams after 20,000 fraud reports. Learn how to protect your licence and avoid unwarranted fines. Stay safe online.
DWP Warning: Protect Your National Insurance Number
The DWP warns against sharing your National Insurance number on CVs as identity theft soars. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment scams and fraud.
Man dressed as dead mother to claim her pension
A 56-year-old Italian man is under investigation for allegedly disguising himself as his deceased mother to fraudulently claim her pension. Discover the shocking details of this benefit fraud case.
Warrington street targeted by bank fraud scam
Residents on a Warrington street discovered their addresses were used to open fraudulent HSBC accounts. The bank has apologised after victims received bank cards and PINs for strangers.
Son dressed as dead mother in pension fraud scheme
An Italian man disguised himself as his deceased mother to claim her pension while hiding her mummified body at home. Read the shocking details of this benefit fraud case.
Father's 15-Year Identity Theft Nightmare Revealed
A Minnesota factory worker faced financial ruin and false accusations after an undocumented migrant stole his identity for over a decade. Discover his shocking story.
1 in 4 UK Card Users Hit by Fraud: Gen Z at Risk
A new study reveals a quarter of UK credit card users faced fraud in the past year, with Gen Z most vulnerable. Discover essential tips to protect your finances this holiday season.
AI-Driven Card Fraud Spikes 76% Ahead of Christmas
Card fraud rates spike in November and December as criminals use AI to create synthetic identities. Learn how to protect yourself from account takeover fraud this festive season.
Woman posed as doctor to prey on men, court told
Lisa Jane Davies, 44, allegedly posed as a doctor and nurse on dating apps to target older men. She faces charges including domestic abuse and fraud. Read the full story.
Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
Chinese migrant escapes UK deportation using identity fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Chinese national facing removal from Britain allegedly assumed another person's identity and continues to live freely in the UK, raising serious questions about Home Office procedures.
Taylor Swift impersonator targets Southport bank
Merseyside Police are searching for a woman who impersonated Taylor Swift while attempting to open a fraudulent bank account in Southport, Lancashire.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Yale expels student over fake identity admissions scam
An Ivy League student's elaborate deception unravels as Yale discovers he created a fictitious North Dakota persona to hide his Asian background, leading to his expulsion from the prestigious institution.
McCann impersonator faces stalker trial in Poland
Polish woman Julia Wandelt, who falsely claimed to be missing Madeleine McCann, now faces criminal charges for allegedly stalking a psychologist who questioned her identity claims.
Blue-skinned Japanese man faces federal charges in New York
A Japanese national known for his blue appearance faces federal charges in New York after allegedly defrauding banks of over $14,000. The unusual case has captured international attention.
NFL's Cam Ward Targeted in Identity Theft Scandal
Miami Dolphins quarterback Cam Ward becomes victim of sophisticated identity theft scheme, with fraudsters attempting to exploit his financial information and NFL status.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Richard Osman targeted by AI identity theft scam
The Thursday Murder Club author becomes victim of sophisticated fraud operation using AI-generated videos to deceive fans and extract money.
Madeleine McCann impersonator investigated for fraud
German prosecutors confirm Julia Wandelt is not missing Madeleine McCann as Polish authorities investigate her identity fraud allegations in latest twist to long-running case.
Digital ID: When Will It Become Mandatory in Britain?
From banking to benefits - discover the everyday situations where digital ID will become mandatory across the UK and what it means for your privacy and convenience.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Young Americans' identity crisis: Confidence in free-fall
New research exposes a dramatic shift in how young Americans identify, with transgender and nonbinary identification soaring while traditional confidence plummets among the youth.
Fugitive faked death to evade rape conviction
The extraordinary story of Nicholas Rossi, the convicted sex offender who staged his own death and assumed multiple identities across continents before facing justice in Utah court.
McCann claimant exposed as convicted stalker
Polish woman Julia Wandelt, who claimed to be missing Madeleine McCann, is revealed as convicted stalker Julia Faustyna with disturbing history of targeting men online.
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