Holiday season brings rise in scams, Ohio Lottery urges caution and awareness
CLEVELAND, OH – The Ohio Lottery is urging players to remain vigilant against scams this holiday season, as fraudsters often use the busy time of year to target unsuspecting individuals. Scams can…
Three charged in Bronx deed theft and real estate scams, AG says
NEW YORK — New York Attorney General Letitia James and Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark announced Thursday the arrests and indictments of three individuals involved in a deed theft scheme targeting a…
Warning Issued Over Police Impersonation Phone Scams in New Jersey
LINDEN, NJ – The Linden Police Department has issued a warning after several residents across various New Jersey municipalities reported receiving suspicious phone calls from individuals impersonating police officers. The fraudulent callers…
Schenectady Police Warn of Scams Targeting Seniors
SCHENECTADY, NY—The Schenectady Police Department has reported a surge in scams aimed at seniors over the past month. Victims are typically contacted via computer, being misled either about owing money to resolve…
Hunterdon County Warns Residents of Check-Washing Scams
HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ — The Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office and the Hunterdon County Sheriff’s Office are alerting residents to the rise of check-washing scams, a form of fraud affecting not only the…
Police Warn of Increase in Telephone Scams
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ – The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Sheriff Robert Nolan, is warning the public about a rise in telephone scams…
Officials Warn of Multiple Scams Targeting Residents in New Jersey
JACKSON, NJ – Officials across New Jersey have identified several scams that are targeting residents this Memorial Day weekend. A bail scam is responsible for tens of thousands of dollars in theft…
ALERT: Federal Court Related Scams
The reported phone fraudster(s) in the jury summons scam represent themselves to be a United States Marshal or a state or local law enforcement officer, claiming to be contacting New Hampshire residents…
Protect Yourself from Home Improvement Scams During Nice Weather, Police Warn
Teaneck, NJ – The Teaneck Police Department has issued a warning about home improvement scams, particularly involving roofing and driveway repairs. Scammers have been known to pressure victims either through calls or…
Alert: Rise in Phone Scams Targeting Fair Lawn Residents According to Police
FAIR LAWN, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department is warning residents of a recent increase in phone scams, where fraudsters pose as reputable companies to extract money and personal information. Scammers…
Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Addresses Senior Financial Scams in Law Enforcement Webinar
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO) recently conducted a webinar focusing on financial scams targeting seniors, as part of its CAREs (Crimes Against Retired & Elderly) program. This…
Love is in the Air in New Jersey as Romance Scams Rise Ahead of Valentine’s Day
With the influx of New Year’s greetings in your social media and mailboxes, vigilance is crucial, especially with messages from unknown sources. These could be from romance scammers, not long-lost friends. Here’s…
Hunterdon County Officials Warn Residents of Rising Internet and Phone Scams
HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ — Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson and Sheriff Frederick. W. Brown are raising awareness among residents about the increasing prevalence of internet and phone scams. The FBI has reported phishing…
Queens Man Sentenced for Apartment Rental Scams and Truck Thefts
QUEENS, NY – Shahab Khan, a 44-year-old resident of Richmond Hill, was sentenced to three-and-a-half to seven years in prison for conducting multiple fraudulent schemes, including apartment rental scams and theft of…
Four Individuals Charged with Laundering Millions from Cryptocurrency Investment Scams Known as ‘Pig Butchering’
LOS ANGELES – Three Southland residents and a fourth defendant have been named in a seven-count indictment charging them with participating in a scheme to launder the proceeds of cryptocurrency investment scams…
CBP shares top five tips to avoid online scams
WASHINGTON—With the holiday shopping season in full swing, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is cautioning consumers about counterfeit products sold by illegitimate sources over the internet and in underground outlets. CBP seized…
Two Indicted in Scheme that Allegedly Laundered over $2 Million Generated by ‘Grandparent Scams’ Targeting Elderly Victims
LOS ANGELES – FBI agents this morning arrested a West Los Angeles man who is one of two defendants charged in a federal grand jury indictment alleging a scheme that laundered at…
U.S. Attorney’s Office Warns About Common Holiday Scams
CHARLOTTE, N.C. –U.S. Attorney Dena J. King issued a warning today to alert consumers about a potential uptick in online scams during the holiday season, and cautioned against financial schemes that target…
Maryland Police Advise Residents to be Alert for Cyber Monday Scams and Threats
HARFORD COUNTY, MD – The Harford County Sheriff’s Office issued guidance for a safe online shopping experience during Cyber Monday. In a recent social media post, the Sheriff’s Office emphasized the importance…
Gloucester Township Police Address Elder Fraud and Tech Support Scams
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Gloucester Township Police Department is intensifying efforts to protect the elderly from the growing threats of “Elder Fraud” and “Tech Support Scams.” Recognizing the vulnerability of older…
New Zealand banks to introduce new measures to prevent scams
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) – New Zealand banks on Friday said they would introduce new steps to counter scams targeted at its customers including establishing a national Anti-Scam centre, combining resources…
Attorney General Offers Tips to Avoid Student Loan Scams
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry is advising Americans to be cautious as many will resume making student loan payments in October. The United States Department of Education and federal student…
Tech Support Scams Reported in Prince George’s County
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – The Financial Crimes Unit of the Prince George’s County Police Department is issuing a warning about “Tech Support Scams.” As of this year, 13 reports of such…
Prosecutor Warns Residents of Financial Scams Targeting the Elderly
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – On Sunday, June 25, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office issued a public service announcement concerning elder financial abuse and fraud prevention. Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives…
AG Henry Warns Bucks County of Home Repair Scams Following Catastrophic Flooding
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has issued a consumer alert to Bucks County residents. The warning pertains to potential home repair or improvement scams following the recent catastrophic flooding. In…
Police Impersonators Pulling Off Rental Scams in Newark
NEWARK, NJ – The Newark Police Division is addressing an alarming issue of individuals impersonating police officers. These imposters are reportedly showing up at homes and intimidating tenants into signing new leases…
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