Watch dealer jailed for £1m fraud scheme
Adam Moore-Lynch of Manchester Watch Hub sentenced to over five years for defrauding victims of more than £1 million in a luxury watch selling scheme. Follow for more crime updates.
Category : Fraud
Woman loses £90k in Brad Pitt romance scam
A Swiss pensioner was conned out of £90,000 after believing she was in a secret relationship with Brad Pitt. Learn how the sophisticated online scam unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Miss Universe Co-Owner Wanted in Thai Fraud Case
Bangkok court issues arrest warrant for Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip, Miss Universe co-owner, after she missed fraud hearing. Investor claims £930,000 loss in bond scheme.
Dental staff arrested for £600k fraud in South Carolina
Ashanti Kinney, a Myrtle Beach dental employee, faces charges after allegedly embezzling £612,990.20. Discover the details of this shocking breach of trust case.
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.
Amanda Holden reveals shock romance scam using her name
Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden exposes a cruel romance scam where criminals used her identity, nearly convincing a man to sell his house. Discover how she's fighting back.
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 mum in Mrs Doubtfire pension fraud
An Italian man allegedly concealed his mother's mummified body for three years while dressing as her to claim her pension. Read the shocking details of this bizarre fraud case.
Simone Banarjee's escape from killer Malcolm Webster
How Simone Banarjee narrowly escaped murderer Malcolm Webster, whose story is now on Netflix in 'The Widower'. Discover the shocking true crime tale.
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.
Former News Anchor Sentenced in $63m Covid Fraud
Former Phoenix anchor Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to 10 years for masterminding a $63 million PPP loan fraud. Discover how the elaborate scheme unfolded.
Church employee charged with impersonating ICE agent
A Texas church safety director, Donald Doolittle, 58, faces charges for allegedly impersonating an ICE agent to extort a woman. Read the full details of this shocking case.
Former TV Anchor Sentenced to 10 Years for Covid Fraud
Former Arizona newscaster Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to decade in prison for multi-million dollar PPP loan fraud scheme. Discover how she exploited pandemic relief funds.
Amanda Holden Romance Scam: Man Loses Thousands
TV star Amanda Holden reveals scammers used her identity in a cruel romance fraud, convincing a man to sell his home. Learn how to protect yourself from online scams.
Ponzi fraudster appeals 14-year sentence for $34M scam
Chris Marco appeals his 14-year sentence for a $34 million Ponzi scheme. Discover how he swindled investors and the legal battle ahead. Read the full story.
RHOP's Wendy Osefo charged with fraud over 40 credit cards
Real Housewives of Potomac's Wendy Osefo and husband Eddie face 16 fraud charges involving 40 credit cards. Prosecutors allege deliberate identity concealment. Read the latest developments.
Amanda Holden's jaw-dropping confrontation with scammer
Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden left stunned as she personally confronts a fraudster using her identity in a sophisticated investment scam. Watch the shocking moment unfold.
Assistant stole $8.5m for luxury home and Porsche
California executive assistant Ping 'Jenny' Gao pleads guilty to wire fraud and money laundering after embezzling $8.5 million from her boss. She faces up to 50 years in prison. Read the full investigation details.
Myanmar raids second major online scam centre
Myanmar's military government has extended its crackdown on online scam centres, detaining hundreds of foreigners and seizing thousands of mobile phones. Discover the latest developments.
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.
Instagram influencer accused of restaurant fraud scheme
Pei Chung, 34, faces multiple charges after allegedly dining at top NYC restaurants and refusing to pay bills totalling hundreds of dollars. Discover how her luxury lifestyle unravelled.
Celebrity Romance Scams Rise During Festive Season
Banking experts warn of romance scam epidemic as fraudsters exploit loneliness during Christmas. Learn how to protect yourself from fake celebrity cons.
Tinder Swindler Released From Prison in Plea Deal
Shimon Hayut, the 'Tinder Swindler', has been freed from a Georgian prison in a shock plea deal. Victim Pernilla Sjoholm reacts to his release and ongoing fraud cases.
Tinder Swindler: 'I Am Unstoppable' Before Release
Exclusive: Shimon Hayut, the Tinder Swindler, gave a defiant interview claiming he was 'unstoppable' just hours before walking free from a Georgian prison. Read his shocking claims.
Tinder Swindler Freed in Georgia After Plea Deal
Shimon Hayut, the 'Tinder Swindler', walks free from a Georgian prison after a suspended sentence. Discover the legal loopholes that secured his release.
Fake psychic duo in $70M Vietnamese Australian fraud
A mother-daughter duo allegedly swindled $70 million from Vietnamese Australians through fake fortune telling and loan schemes. Read how their lavish lifestyle unraveled.
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.
Fortune Teller Arrested Over $70m Sydney Fraud
A self-proclaimed fortune teller in Sydney faces 39 charges for allegedly orchestrating a $70m fraud, exploiting vulnerable clients with false promises of billionaire futures.
Scammers posing as bank staff steal millions
Criminals are impersonating bank fraud teams, using remote access software to drain high-value accounts. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money.
Woman charged in $70M fraud for 'sophisticated' crime syndicate
A Sydney woman, claiming to be a feng shui master, has been arrested for allegedly facilitating a $70 million fraud, part of what police call one of Australia's most sophisticated financial crime syndicates.
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