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 …
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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 …
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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) …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – Following an exhaustive investigation, detectives from the Prince George’s County Police Department Financial Crimes Unit have arrested a man linked to two ‘pigeon drop’ scams. …
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BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP, PA – A Hellertown woman, Amy Lynn Richline, has been recently arraigned on multiple charges of theft and deceptive or fraudulent business practices. Bethlehem Township Police Department, in …
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BOSTON, MA – The Boston Police Department (BPD) responded to a potential kidnapping report in the area of Waltham Street on Sunday. A resident received a threatening phone call, during …
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WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY – Today, Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah is urging residents to be vigilant against scams targeting seniors after four individuals were arrested and charged last …
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LOS ANGELES – A prolific international fraudster who conspired to launder tens of millions of dollars through a series of online scams and flaunted his luxurious, crime-funded lifestyle on …
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by Collier County Sheriff’s Office, As Collier County recovers from the effects of Hurricane Ian, Sheriff Kevin Rambosk is urging the public to be aware of the potential for scams. …
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ATLANTA – Elvis Eghosa Ogiekpolor has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for money laundering and conspiracy to commit money laundering after being convicted at trial. Ogiekpolor opened …