Minneapolis man sentenced to 24 years for kidnapping, fraud, and identity theft
St. Paul, MN – A Minneapolis man will spend 24 years in federal prison after a jury convicted him of kidnapping, bank fraud, and identity theft in a violent crime spree that…
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office daily report highlights fraud, larceny, and public intoxication incidents
STAFFORD, Va. — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office released its daily incident report for Wednesday, Oct. 16, detailing a series of fraud, larceny, and public intoxication cases from recent days. On Oct.…
Two Women Arrested for Bank Fraud in Wall Township
Wall Township, NJ – On Friday, Detective Tyler Driscoll of the Wall Township Police Department arrested two local women in relation to a series of fraudulent bank transactions. The investigation revealed over…
New Jersey Officials Warn Against Charitable Fraud After Hurricanes
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs have issued a caution to New Jersey residents regarding potential fraudulent schemes following severe hurricanes in…
Evesham Township Police Share Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention Details
Evesham, NJ – Evesham Township Police have released information regarding identity theft and fraud, advising residents to report suspicious activities to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC assists consumers in preventing…
New Jersey AG Warns of Pop-Up Halloween Store Fraud and Deception
Newark, NJ – As Halloween approaches, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs has been conducting inspections of temporary “pop-up” Halloween stores to ensure compliance with state laws aimed at protecting consumers…
Millsboro Man Arrested for Home Improvement Fraud
Georgetown, DE – The Delaware State Police arrested Frank Stiles, also known as Frank Smith, a 51-year-old resident of Millsboro, Delaware, in connection with home improvement fraud following investigations that spanned over…
Ohio Black Lives Matter activist sentenced to 3.5 years for wire fraud and money laundering
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Sir Maejor Page, a Black Lives Matter activist and repeat police impersonator, was sentenced to three and a half years in federal prison for defrauding donors out of hundreds…
Stafford County sheriff’s office logs multiple DUI arrests, fraud, larceny, and trespassing incidents
STAFFORD, Va. – The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office reported a series of incidents on Thursday, October 3, 2024, involving arrests for driving under the influence (DUI), as well as cases of fraud,…
Three New Jersey attorneys and realtor indicted in short sale fraud scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — Three attorneys and a realtor from New Jersey have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a fraudulent short sale scheme that defrauded financial institutions,…
Construction company CEO and foreperson charged in Newark lead pipe replacement fraud
NEWARK, N.J. — The CEO of a construction company and a foreperson have been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud in connection with the Newark Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Program,…
Essex County man sentenced to 51 months for bank fraud conspiracy involving stolen checks
NEWARK, N.J. — An Essex County man was sentenced to 51 months in prison for his involvement in a bank fraud conspiracy linked to the theft of checks from U.S. mail, U.S.…
New York man admits to multimillion-dollar wire fraud conspiracy
NEWARK, N.J. — A New York man has admitted to participating in a wire fraud conspiracy that led to more than $2 million in losses, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Monday.…
ttorney General Warns Pennsylvanians of Rising Sextortion Cyber Fraud
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Attorney General Michelle Henry is alerting Pennsylvania residents about a trending cyber crime involving sextortion, where cyber criminals threaten to release alleged explicit materials of their targets unless a…
Former Wildwood mayor pleads guilty to health benefits fraud and tax violations
TRENTON, N.J. — Former Wildwood Mayor Peter J. Byron pleaded guilty to charges related to fraudulently participating in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) and failing to disclose outside employment and income,…
Off-Duty NYPD Officer Arrested on Assault and Fraud Charges in the Bronx
BRONX, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City police officer was arrested on Friday morning in the 44th Precinct, according to authorities. The officer, identified as 34-year-old Kenny Victoria, was taken into…
New Jersey Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in COVID-19 Scheme
NEWARK, N.J. – Richard Fadraga, a 53-year-old business owner from Elizabeth, New Jersey, admitted in federal court today to his role in a fraud scheme involving COVID-19 relief funds, fraudulent tax filings,…
Three New Jersey attorneys and realtor indicted in short sale fraud scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — Three attorneys and a realtor from New Jersey have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a fraudulent short sale scheme that defrauded financial institutions,…
Former Columbus Zoo purchasing agent sentenced in fraud case
DELAWARE, Ohio — A former purchasing agent for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was sentenced Monday to 60 days in jail for his involvement in a scheme that defrauded the zoo of…
Chesapeake police seek suspect in $8,000 bank fraud
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Authorities are searching for a suspect involved in an alleged bank fraud that occurred on Friday, July 19, at a bank in the 100 block of Mount Pleasant Road,…
Stafford County Reports Fraud, Larceny, and Public Intoxication Incidents
Stafford, VA – The Office of the Stafford County Sheriff released the daily incident report for Wednesday, detailing various crimes, including fraud, larceny, and public intoxication. On Tuesday at 1:14 p.m., Deputy…