Tinder conman faked cancer to scam 17 women
Ryan McVeigh, 31, used dating apps to deceive and financially ruin vulnerable women, even pretending to have terminal cancer. Read the shocking details of his crimes and the impact on his victims.
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Dating app conman's 'staggering' deceit exposed in court
Ryan McVeigh, 31, used fake identities and sick lies about terminal illness to defraud and abuse vulnerable women he met on Tinder and Bumble. Read the full shocking story.
Swiss Bar Fire: Owners' Property Empire Raided
Fraud investigators raid property empire of Swiss bar owners after New Year's Eve fire killed 40. Jacques and Jessica Moretti face manslaughter charges. Full story.
Man Leaves $2.5m Estate to Fake Online Partner
A Melbourne man's $2.5m estate was left to a fictional online lover, exposing a dire warning for those dating digitally. Learn how to protect yourself from such devastating scams.
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Scammer: Trump Could Stop Fraud Targeting Elderly
A Ukrainian man sentenced for a major US fraud scheme bizarrely claimed Donald Trump could stop the scams. Read the full details of the international crime ring targeting elderly Americans.
Jordon Ibe charged over fake sleep medication prescriptions
Former Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe faces fraud charges for allegedly using fake prescriptions to obtain sleep medication Zolpidem. His court case has been adjourned.
Detectorist's fake Roman brooch fraud exposed
An amateur metal detectorist who faked a major Roman find with an eBay purchase walks free with a suspended sentence. Read the full story of the deception that fooled experts.
Barclays: Investment Fraud & Fake Texts Are Top Scam Threats
Barclays data reveals investment scams now account for 47% of fraud value, with fake texts also surging. Get expert tips to protect your money in 2026.
False fraud claims spread from prank day care ad
A fake Craigslist ad for child actors, posted as a prank, is being falsely cited as evidence of fraud in Minnesota day care centres. Get the verified facts here.
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Catfish Scam Uncovered in $2.5m Will Case
A Victorian man left his $2.5m estate to an online lover he never met. After his death, his ex-wife discovered the beneficiary was a complete fiction. Read the full story of this bizarre legal case.
Man Leaves $2.5m to Fake Online Partner, Court Finds
A Victorian man left his $2.5m estate to an online lover he never met. His ex-wife discovered the beneficiary did not exist, leading to a Supreme Court ruling. Read the full story.
Fugitive fraudster finally jailed after 13-year run
Duncan Herd, who swindled victims out of £70,000, has been sentenced to 20 weeks after being extradited from the US. Police vow to relentlessly pursue those evading justice.
Fugitive fraudster finally jailed after 13-year run
Duncan Herd, 60, is sentenced to 20 weeks for fleeing justice after a £70,000 yacht and land scam. Read how UK authorities finally caught up with him.
Tim Dowling's baffling scam call experience
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts a bizarre scam call where the fraudster burst into laughter. A tale of modern confusion, incompetence, and the return of his fictional PA, Ron.
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Tim Dowling's Bizarre Scam Call Experience
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts a bewildering scam call where the fraudster burst out laughing. A tale of modern confusion, incompetence, and his invented PA, Ron.
6,900 Borrowers Suspended in $400m US Covid Loan Fraud
The US Small Business Administration suspends 6,900 borrowers over suspected $400m Covid loan fraud in Minnesota. Read the latest on the widening scandal and political fallout.
6,900 Borrowers Suspended in $400M US Covid Loan Fraud
The Trump administration suspends thousands over suspected Covid loan fraud in Minnesota, as a wider $9 billion welfare fraud probe escalates political pressure. Read the latest developments.
Lottery error costs 50 villagers share of £29m jackpot
A Spanish village's €34m Christmas lottery win descended into acrimony after an administrative blunder left 50 residents empty-handed. Discover how the dream turned into a legal nightmare.
Lottery error costs 50 villagers share of £29m jackpot
A Spanish village's €34m Christmas lottery win descended into acrimony after an administrative blunder denied 50 residents their windfall. Discover how the dream turned into a legal nightmare.
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Infamous British fraudster 'Con Jones' traced to German care home
Kenner Elias Jones, a notorious British conman who posed as a doctor and priest, has been located in Germany after vanishing in 2003. A new documentary reveals his story and a reunion with his ex-wife. Watch on S4C and BBC iPlayer.
Social Media Influencer Jailed 16 Years for COVID Fraud
Danielle Miller, who bragged about being a 'con artist', receives a lengthy Florida prison sentence for a multi-million pound pandemic loan scam and identity theft. Read the full story.
Somali Daycare Fraud Probe Sparks Harassment Fears
A journalist's visit to a Seattle home daycare, amid a national fraud scandal, has ignited a debate over harassment and accountability. Read the full story.
Daycare Fraud Scandal Leads to Harassment Complaints in Washington
A journalist's questioning of a headscarf-wearing woman about her home daycare in Seattle triggers a wider debate on fraud investigations and community harassment. Read the full story.
Minnesota 'Quality Learing' Centre in Fraud Scandal Spotlight
A Minnesota daycare centre with a misspelt sign is at the heart of a major fraud investigation after receiving millions in taxpayer funds. Journalists report empty facilities, while consultants defend the operation.
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Minnesota Daycare Fraud Scandal Over 'Quality Learing' Sign
A Minnesota daycare at the heart of a multi-million dollar fraud scandal claims its misspelt sign is a 'printing error'. Journalists witnessed children entering the facility as funding is frozen.
Handyman jailed for stealing £100k from pensioner
A handyman who stole over £100,000 from an elderly woman, making a final £15k payment as she lay dying, has been jailed. Read the shocking details of this breach of trust.
US Freezes Minnesota Childcare Funds Over Fraud Allegations
The Trump administration halts federal childcare funding to Minnesota, citing fraud. Governor Tim Walz calls it a political move, noting years of prior prosecutions. Read the full story.
Courier fraudster jailed for 6.5 years over £100k scam
A fraudster who posed as police and bank staff to steal over £100,000 from vulnerable pensioners has been jailed. Learn how to protect loved ones from courier fraud.
Daycare at Centre of Minnesota Fraud Scandal Defends Itself
A Minneapolis daycare, accused of fraud after footage showed it empty, has defended itself as staff were seen 'trucking in' children. The FBI warns this is 'the tip of the iceberg'. Read the full investigation.
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Covid fraudsters have 48 hours to repay cash or face fines
The government warns the voluntary repayment window for pandemic support schemes closes on Dec 31. Those who wrongly claimed face 100% fines, interest, and potential prison.
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