Targeting

GAITHERSBURG, Md. — A 26-year-old New York man has been arrested in connection with a sophisticated gold bar scam that defrauded an elderly Montgomery County woman and her daughter of …

FLEMINGTON, N.J. — A 38-year-old man from Asbury has been charged with theft by deception and tax-related offenses after authorities allege he defrauded a 91-year-old Clarksburg man of $400,000 through …

A wave of scams involving chimney and air duct cleaning is hitting New Jersey, with fraudsters using social media platforms like Facebook to lure in unsuspecting homeowners. Reports are mounting …

NEW YORK, NY — The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals connected to a string of violent robberies in the Bronx that have left three …

GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Two women have been arrested and charged in connection with a murder-for-hire scheme allegedly aimed at killing one of the suspects’ former romantic partners, according to Montgomery …

QUEENS, N.Y. — A staffer from the Queens District Attorney’s office has been accused of attempting to build a bomb with the alleged intent of attacking a migrant shelter in …

NEW YORK — The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying an individual wanted in connection with a grand larceny pattern in the 43rd Precinct, …

BRONX, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects involved in a grand larceny incident in the Bronx on Thursday, August …

MANHATTAN, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man wanted in connection with a series of robberies targeting elderly individuals …

MONTCLAIR, N.J. — The Montclair Police Department is investigating an incident involving flyers posted around the township that depict a uniformed Montclair Police officer alongside disparaging and disrespectful remarks. The …

MIDDLETOWN, Del. — Middletown Police arrested a 24-year-old Canadian man on September 3 for his involvement in a felony theft scam in which he posed as a bail bonds agent …

SECAUCUS, N.J. — The Secaucus Police Department is alerting residents to a sextortion scam that uses images of victims’ homes to heighten fear and intimidation. The scam, reported this week …

New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra has called for an investigation into New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin, accusing him of using his office to unfairly target pregnancy resource centers in …

Aurora, Colorado, is facing a shocking and dangerous situation as Mayor Mike Coffman has confirmed that Venezuelan gangsters have taken control of several apartment buildings. These gang members have allegedly …

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A 29-year-old man was arraigned Wednesday on a 15-count indictment, including charges of assault and robbery, for allegedly attacking six individuals in Brooklyn, primarily targeting senior citizens …

PORTLAND, Ore. — A Portland man was arrested Thursday on charges of making bomb threats against Jewish hospitals and care centers in New York City and Long Island, leading to …

HICKSVILLE, NY — Two New York residents have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a large-scale fraud scheme that stole over $11 million from elderly victims across …

GAITHERSBURG, MD – A 19-year-old Brooklyn resident, Zhenyong Weng, has been arrested on charges of defrauding an 82-year-old Silver Spring woman through a government-imposter gold bar scam. Montgomery County Police …

NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect linked to a series of grand larcenies in the subway system under …

Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, in collaboration with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, has announced the successful shutdown of 11 internet domains linked to a smishing …

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 …

CHESAPEAKE, VA – The Chesapeake Police Department is issuing a warning to residents about a new scam targeting pet owners. According to Chesapeake Animal Services, scammers are contacting individuals claiming …

BROOKLYN, NY – Police are searching for a suspect involved in a theft at the Neptune Avenue F Train station, where a visually impaired man was robbed. The incident occurred …

STAMFORD, CT — The Stamford Police Department reports a significant increase in scam calls over the past three weeks, targeting Spanish-speaking families via WhatsApp. Scammers have been falsely claiming to …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A political action committee supporting President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris has initiated a campaign to place billboards branding former President Donald J. Trump as …