Category : Fraud


SIM-swap fraud steals thousands from historian and charity

An 81-year-old historian was left 'desperate' after fraudsters stole thousands via a SIM-swap scam, targeting funds for Sheffield Manor Lodge where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned. Discover how the scam unfolded and the fight to recover the money.

Father-Son Roofing Duo Jailed for £500k Scam

A father and son from Carmarthenshire have been jailed for eight years each after scamming 48 homeowners out of over £500,000 with shoddy work and threats. Learn how to report cowboy builders.

Oasis ticket fraudster admits £4,000 scam

Rosie Slater, 32, scammed fans with fake Oasis reunion tour tickets. She pleaded guilty to 11 fraud counts and will be sentenced in April. Police warn to buy only from reputable sellers.

AI Elon Musk scam costs man $45,000, marriage

A 69-year-old Florida man lost $45,000 to sophisticated scammers using AI deepfakes of Elon Musk. The incident has reportedly led his wife to seek a divorce. Learn how to protect yourself from similar fraud.

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.

Care home manager jailed for £178k will fraud

A care home manager who groomed and isolated an 85-year-old to forge her will and steal £178,000 has been jailed for five and a half years. Read the shocking details of this major elder fraud case.

Former Chamber CEO pleads guilty to $330k fraud

Jonathan Weinhagen, former Minneapolis Chamber CEO, admits to embezzling over $330,000, including a $30,000 reward fund for solving a double child murder. He faces up to 33 months in prison.

Dine and dash scammer targets same hotel again

A shameless fraudster who fled a Welsh hotel without paying an £802 bill returned a year later to attempt the same scam. Staff recognised her, but she escaped before police arrived.

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