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rocket-courier.com
· 2025-12-08
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oklahoma.gov
· 2025-12-08
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a warning on National Senior Fraud Awareness Day, noting that elder fraud causes seniors over $3 billion in annual losses nationally through schemes including fake lotteries, tech support scams, government impersonation, and romance scams. The advisory recommends protective measures such as never sharing personal information unsolicited, avoiding clicking suspicious links, rejecting high-pressure payment demands, and reporting suspicious activity to financial institutions and law enforcement.
en.cibercuba.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2024, Florida's elderly adults lost over $180 million to increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes, with scammers using phone calls, texts, emails, social engineering, artificial intelligence, and identity theft as primary tactics. The most common scams targeting seniors include romance scams, fake investment opportunities (particularly cryptocurrency), and the "grandparent scam" where victims are pressured to send money urgently based on false emergencies. Authorities recommend never answering unknown calls, never providing personal information or money over the phone, and contacting institutions directly through official channels to verify any suspicious requests.
dailyhodl.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI is warning of an ongoing phishing scheme active since April that uses text messages and AI-generated voice calls impersonating senior US officials to target current and former government officials and their contacts. Perpetrators employ smishing and vishing techniques to establish rapport, trick victims into clicking malicious links, and gain access to personal or official accounts, which they then use to target other government officials or harvest sensitive information and funds. The FBI advises recipients to not assume messages claiming to be from senior officials are authentic.
theregister.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI warned that fraudsters have been running a campaign since April using deepfake voices and text messages (smishing and vishing techniques) impersonating senior US government officials to target current and former government employees. The attackers seek to steal login credentials for official accounts to compromise government systems and harvest financial information, and advise recipients to verify authenticity by calling official department numbers and listening for unnatural speech patterns that indicate deepfakes.
afslaw.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Department of Justice announced updated white-collar enforcement priorities, identifying 10 "high-impact areas" for prosecution including investment fraud, elder fraud, health care fraud, and market manipulation schemes. The announcement included revised policies for corporate enforcement, voluntary self-disclosure, and a whistleblower awards program designed to incentivize reporting of misconduct and provide fairer, more transparent prosecution standards.
lexology.com
· 2025-12-08
On May 12, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice announced new enforcement priorities for white collar crime prosecution, emphasizing a balanced approach between prosecuting corporate wrongdoing and minimizing burdens on businesses. The announcement identifies 10 high-impact focus areas for prosecutors, including healthcare fraud, trade/customs fraud, and notably elder fraud schemes involving investment fraud and Ponzi schemes. The DOJ's revised guidance emphasizes fairness through alternatives to prosecution and efficiency in investigations, representing a significant shift in the current administration's approach to white collar enforcement.
truthout.org
· 2025-12-08
Internal Trump administration documents reveal that anti-fraud checks implemented at the Social Security Administration detected only 2 potentially improper claims out of over 110,000 phone-based benefit applications (a 0.0018% rate), contradicting claims by Trump and Elon Musk that Social Security is rife with fraud. The anti-fraud measures caused a three-day processing delay that slowed benefit payments to seniors despite finding no significant fraud, raising concerns that the initiative targets a nonexistent problem while making it harder for eligible beneficiaries to access their earned benefits.
mynews4.com
· 2025-12-08
Two men were arrested in Reno for operating a fraud scheme that defrauded elderly victims of millions of dollars. The article details the arrest and investigation into their fraudulent activities targeting senior citizens. Specific details about the scheme's methods and exact dollar amounts would require access to the full article text.
law360.com
· 2025-12-08
A former Florida financial adviser admitted to defrauding elderly clients of $8.4 million through unauthorized transactions and misappropriation of their funds. The case resulted in criminal charges and demonstrates the breach of fiduciary duty by a trusted financial professional against vulnerable seniors.
raskin.house.gov
· 2025-12-08
Congressman Jamie Raskin led a bipartisan group in introducing the Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act, which would restore the Casualty and Theft Loss Deduction for taxpayers from 2018-2025 to prevent victims from facing additional tax liability on stolen or lost income. The legislation was prompted by a Maryland constituent who lost $655,000 in retirement savings to fraud and faced a $148,000 tax bill, and addresses a critical issue as elder fraud caused over $4.885 billion in losses in 2024 with an average victim loss of $83,000.
fox23.com
· 2025-12-08
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond highlighted precautions against elder fraud on National Senior Fraud Awareness Day, noting that seniors lose over $3 billion annually to scams including fake lotteries, technical support schemes, government impersonation, and romance fraud. The advisory provides ten key protective measures including: not sharing personal information unsolicited, verifying email sources before clicking links, being wary of upfront payment demands, monitoring bank statements, resisting high-pressure tactics, researching offers, and reporting suspected scams to the Attorney General's Office.
cointelegraph.com
· 2025-12-08
Hackers have been operating since April 2024 using deepfake voice and text messages to impersonate senior US government officials in phishing campaigns targeting federal and state officials to steal sensitive data and compromise accounts. In separate incidents, deepfake scams also targeted cryptocurrency founders including Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal, with attackers using compromised Telegram accounts to lure victims into fake video calls where they requested installation of malicious software. The FBI and crypto industry leaders advise verifying identities, avoiding clicking unknown links, using multi-factor authentication, and never installing software during unsolicited online interactions.
arstechnica.com
· 2025-12-08
Since April 2025, the FBI has warned of an ongoing malicious messaging campaign using AI-generated voice deepfakes to impersonate senior U.S. government officials and target current or former federal and state officials and their contacts. The attackers send convincing deepfake audio and text messages to build trust, then trick recipients into clicking malicious links by requesting to continue conversations on alternate messaging platforms, potentially compromising personal accounts and devices. The FBI advises recipients not to assume authenticity of messages from government officials without independent verification.
m.economictimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Impersonation scams are increasingly sophisticated, exploiting digital banking and UPI apps through fraudulent calls and emails that mimic legitimate financial institutions and government agencies. Key warning signs include unsolicited requests for passwords or OTPs, pressure to act quickly, demands for secrecy, and slight variations in sender email addresses—legitimate organizations never request sensitive information via phone or email. Experts recommend never sharing private information, enabling multi-factor authentication, verifying requests by calling contacts directly, and remaining skeptical of offers promising unrealistic returns or urgent money transfers.
local3news.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau reports an increase in scams targeting seniors, with online purchase scams and romance scams being particularly prevalent among adults 55 and older. The article outlines common warning signs of senior-targeted fraud, including phone scams impersonating government or bank officials, pressure to pay via unusual methods, unrealistic investment promises, and requests for personal financial information. Consumers are advised to verify caller identities, research purchases, protect personal data, and report suspicious activity to the BBB's Scam Tracker.
uk.news.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
**Article:** Elder fraud has reached epidemic proportions – a geriatrician explains what older Americans need to know
Americans age 60 and older lost over $3 billion to scammers in 2023, with elder fraud complaints to the FBI increasing 14% year-over-year, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. Older adults are targeted because they tend to be trusting, have financial savings and assets, and may be less comfortable with technology, making them vulnerable to tech-support scams, romance scams, investment fraud, and call-center schemes—with investment scams being the costliest category. Beyond financial losses, fraud victims often experience trauma
scmp.com
· 2025-12-08
This article discusses rising scams targeting young people in Hong Kong, including fake online shopping deals, gaming account fraud, and sextortion schemes on social media platforms. Notable cases include a University of Hong Kong student who lost HK$9.2 million in a phone scam and a teenager defrauded of HK$3,000 for fake concert tickets. Experts emphasize that cybersafety education starting in primary school is essential to prevent scams, and victims should report incidents to police, block scammers, change passwords, and preserve evidence.
desotocountynews.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article, published during Older Americans Month in May, provides seniors with practical financial management strategies to help them live within fixed incomes and protect themselves from fraud. Key recommendations include creating monthly budgets, utilizing senior discounts, planning for healthcare costs, avoiding scams and identity theft, and establishing estate plans with professional guidance. The piece emphasizes that financial literacy and proactive money management are essential for older adults to achieve financial stability and security.
lockhaven.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
This is a community bulletin featuring local announcements. The article includes a notice about a free Senior Scams Prevention Program hosted by Castanea Township on May 20, where residents will learn about fraud threats to elders, how to avoid victimization, and who to contact with safety concerns, with Dana C. Neely from the PA Office of Attorney General as the guest speaker.
ntd.com
· 2025-12-08
Since April 2025, scammers have impersonated senior U.S. officials using text messages (smishing) and AI-generated voice calls (vishing) to target government officials and their contacts, then using compromised accounts to conduct follow-up impersonation scams for financial gain or personal information. The FBI and CISA warn against sharing sensitive information with unknown callers, recommend verifying new contact methods through trusted sources, and suggest families establish secret phrases to confirm identities. Tactics include fake subscription renewals, giveaways, legal threats, and AI voice cloning of loved ones requesting emergency funds.
ksby.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI warned the public about hackers using AI-generated voice messages to impersonate senior U.S. government officials and target their contacts, with incidents beginning the previous month. The scammers attempt to establish rapport before accessing personal accounts, and the FBI recommends verifying caller identity by checking for imperfections in media, examining contact information, and avoiding sharing sensitive information with unknown online or phone contacts.
jdsupra.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Department of Justice Criminal Division announced updated white-collar enforcement policies on May 12, 2025, focusing on ten high-impact areas including health care fraud, securities fraud, Ponzi schemes, and money laundering. The revised Corporate Enforcement Policy offers greater incentives for companies that voluntarily self-report misconduct, fully cooperate, and remediate, while also expanding opportunities for corporate whistleblowers. The DOJ's renewed emphasis on corporate criminal enforcement prioritizes cases involving senior-level personnel, demonstrable financial losses, and obstruction of justice, indicating continued robust prosecution despite earlier speculation of reduced white-collar enforcement activity.
jdsupra.com
· 2025-12-08
The Department of Justice's Criminal Division issued a memorandum outlining new enforcement priorities for white-collar crime prosecution under the "focus" tenet, which directs prosecutors to concentrate on cases posing significant threats to U.S. interests. Elder fraud, securities fraud, health care fraud, money laundering, and crimes targeting U.S. investors are among the prioritized areas, with emphasis on cases involving senior-level personnel, demonstrable losses, and victim compensation through asset forfeiture. The Department also expanded its Corporate Whistleblower Awards Program to incentivize reporting of fraud in these priority areas.
legalreader.com
· 2025-12-08
Texas man Chas Carrier, operating a "We Buy Ugly Houses" franchise, defrauded dozens of retirees by soliciting investment in real estate deals with promises of guaranteed monthly payments and high returns, while secretly leveraging the same properties multiple times and misrepresenting collateral. Victims including Ronald Carver, who invested $700,000 with his father, lost millions in retirement savings when payments stopped in 2024, with one investor's father dying shortly after learning of the loss. Despite red flags dating to 2016 and warnings from title insurance companies by 2020, the HomeVestors franchisor claimed no responsibility, and Carrier only confessed when
newsbreak.com
· 2025-12-08
Marin County authorities arrested two individuals in separate elder fraud schemes involving fake FBI agents who convinced seniors their bank accounts were under investigation. In the first case, a victim lost $25,000 before becoming suspicious when scammers pressured her to buy gold; suspect Zian Hu, 38, was arrested in Daly City and faces grand theft and elder abuse charges with bail set at $1 million. In a second similar case, Balraj Singh, 24, was arrested in Torrance before successfully collecting $50,000 from another elderly victim and faces attempted grand theft and conspiracy charges with bail denied.
thegardenisland.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud is increasing on Kauai and beyond, with common scams including phishing emails, impersonation of law enforcement, cryptocurrency investment schemes, and AI-enabled fraud. AARP Elder Fraud Expert Paul Greenwood conducted a community education presentation warning of emerging threats such as deepfakes and cryptocurrency ATMs in supermarkets, where fraudsters convince victims to transfer funds. Greenwood emphasized that elderly victims often experience severe psychological harm and encouraged community members to report scams immediately and support an "Elder Justice Team" to coordinate law enforcement, social services, and financial institutions in combating fraud.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
**Elder fraud epidemic:** Americans age 60+ lost over $3 billion to scammers in 2023, with elder fraud complaints to the FBI rising 14% year-over-year. Older adults are targeted due to their financial assets, trust levels, and often limited familiarity with technology, and they experience not only financial losses but also trauma, shame, and mental health consequences from being victimized.
ktvu.com
· 2025-12-08
Two suspects were arrested in Marin County for impersonating FBI agents to defraud seniors: 38-year-old Zian Hu was arrested in May 2024 after collecting $25,000 in cash from a victim, while 24-year-old Balraj Singh was arrested attempting to pick up $50,000 from another victim before law enforcement intervened. Both faced grand theft, elder abuse, and conspiracy charges, with bail enhancements granted due to suspected connections to larger criminal operations. Authorities emphasized that legitimate law enforcement and companies never request cash pickups through couriers, and advised residents to verify suspicious communications independently before complying.
thetimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Scam compounds in Bavet, Cambodia operate forced labor operations where thousands of trafficked workers—many lured under false pretenses—are coerced into perpetrating romance and investment fraud schemes against international victims, particularly British, American, and Australian adults, using a tactic called "pig-butchering" that builds trust before extracting large sums of money. Workers, including minors, face beatings, electrocution, and torture for failing to meet daily quotas, with the UN estimating over 100,000 people held in such compounds generating billions in annual revenue for organized crime networks influenced by Chinese mafia organizations. A 15-year-old Vietnamese girl was trafficked to
adirondackdailyenterprise.com
· 2025-12-08
A scam victim shares two personal experiences: falling for a gift card fraud when a hacker accessed a friend's email and impersonated her, resulting in financial loss, and nearly falling for an overpayment scam involving a fake certified check during an online canoe sale. The author emphasizes that gift card requests are a major red flag, verifying identity through alternative contact methods is essential, and certified checks can be fraudulent even if they appear to clear initially—requiring weeks to confirm legitimacy before returning funds.
nationalaccordnewspaper.com
· 2025-12-08
Peter Okoye (Mr P) testified in court against his elder brother Jude Okoye and Jude's company Northside Music Ltd. on charges of stealing approximately $1 million and £34,537 in royalties. The witness alleged that Jude, as sole manager of their entertainment company's bank accounts, diverted royalties meant for P-Square (the music group) through over 47 bank accounts between 2017 and 2021, with Jude's wife owning 80% of the defendant company. Jude has not denied committing the crime according to the testimony, though his legal team did not object to the admission of evidence
gistmania.com
· 2025-12-08
Peter Okoye (Mr P) testified against his brother Jude Okoye in a Lagos court, alleging that Jude and his company Northside Music Ltd. misappropriated over $1 million and £34,537 in music royalties belonging to the P-Square group. Mr P's testimony revealed that Jude operated 47 bank accounts to receive royalties, failed to pay the brothers any royalties between their 2017 split and 2021 reunion, and obstructed efforts to review financial records. The trial, which began with the EFCC's investigation following Mr P's January 2024 petition, is ongoing with the next
floridapolitics.com
· 2025-12-08
Two Florida congressional members introduced the "Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams and Disasters Act," which would expand tax deductions for victims of fraud, cybercrime, theft, and natural disasters—particularly benefiting seniors who have suffered financial losses. The measure, supported by AARP and the Elder Justice Coalition, seeks to reinstate personal casualty loss deductions and extend filing deadlines for affected taxpayers to help them recover from their losses.
mondaq.com
· 2025-12-08
This is not an elder fraud news article. The document is a May 2025 Department of Justice policy memorandum outlining white-collar crime enforcement priorities for the Trump administration. While the memorandum lists "elder fraud" as one of several high-impact areas for prosecution alongside securities fraud, investment fraud, and Ponzi schemes, it provides no specific case information, victim details, or dollar amounts related to elder fraud incidents. This is a policy/enforcement guidance document rather than reporting on an actual fraud case or elder abuse event.
the420.in
· 2025-12-08
This curated cybercrime report highlights multiple fraud threats affecting vulnerable populations globally. Notable cases include a Karnataka senior citizen rescued from a digital arrest scam through interstate police coordination, a Himachal Pradesh bank losing ₹11 crore to hackers, and a Panchkula resident losing ₹3.5 lakh in an online trading investment scam initiated via fraudulent Facebook contact. The report also documents emerging cybercriminal techniques including fileless malware delivery, sophisticated DDoS attacks, and large-scale cryptocurrency theft operations, underscoring the need for enhanced digital security awareness and swift law enforcement response to protect citizens from evolving fraud schemes.
tamaractalk.com
· 2025-12-08
The Broward Sheriff's Office is hosting a free Senior Safety Summit on June 21 in Tamarac to educate seniors about prevalent scams targeting their community. The event will cover the latest scams, recognition and avoidance strategies, and resources for victims, with light refreshments provided.
mobileidworld.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI issued an alert in April 2025 about malicious actors using AI-generated voice and text messages to impersonate senior U.S. officials in smishing and vishing attacks targeting government officials and their contacts. Scammers can create nearly indistinguishable voice replications from just seconds of audio and send malicious links under false pretenses, with compromised accounts potentially enabling further fraud against additional officials and associates. The FBI recommends verifying caller identities, examining contact information for inconsistencies, avoiding sharing sensitive information with unknown contacts, and organizations implementing multi-factor authentication and voice biometric systems to detect synthetic speech.
cbs6albany.com
· 2025-12-08
A New York watchdog group issued an alert warning Medicare cardholders about medical identity theft, where scammers use personal health information or Medicare numbers to fraudulently bill for services. The alert emphasizes that Medicare, the IRS, and Social Security will never call requesting information, and advises victims to monitor statements, contact their doctor's office, call Medicare at 1-800-Medicare, or call the New York State Senior Medicare Patrol at 1-800-333-4374 for assistance.
hackread.com
· 2025-12-08
Since April 2025, the FBI has warned of a sophisticated campaign using AI-generated voice and text messages to impersonate senior US officials and deceive their contacts through "vishing" and "smishing" techniques. Perpetrators attempt to gain access to victims' personal accounts by sending malicious links disguised as secure messaging platforms, with the goal of stealing credentials, installing malware, or conducting further social engineering attacks to extort information or funds. The FBI cautions that compromised accounts could create a cascading effect, allowing attackers to target multiple officials and associates, and emphasizes that unsolicited messages claiming to originate from government officials should not be assumed authentic.
dig.watch
· 2025-12-08
The FBI warned against a new wave of AI-powered text and voice message scams that use sophisticated deepfake technology to impersonate trusted contacts and officials, making fraudulent messages appear highly convincing to victims. The scams trick users into clicking malicious links by creating a false sense of urgency around official communications. The FBI recommends verifying messages through independent channels, avoiding clicking links from unknown sources, and scrutinizing speech patterns and visual anomalies in received communications.
munsifdaily.com
· 2025-12-08
A 72-year-old retired IAS officer from Hyderabad lost ₹3.37 crore in a sophisticated cyber scam after clicking on a link promoting a fake AI-based trading platform and being contacted by a fraudster posing as a Chief Investment Officer named Arjun Mehta. The scammer built trust through regular video calls and promised returns of 120-160%, eventually convincing the victim to transfer funds across multiple installments; the victim discovered the fraud when a virtual account showed ₹22.35 crore in fake profits that could not be withdrawn, leading to a Telangana Cyber Security Bureau investigation.
local12.com
· 2025-12-08
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nurse.org
· 2025-12-08
Two women, Gina Hernandez and Elsa Vasquez, were arrested in May for impersonating nurses at a senior living community in Central Texas and stealing from elderly residents. The suspects would pose as healthcare professionals to distract victims during fake health evaluations, then steal their wallets and financial documents; they later used stolen bank cards to make unauthorized purchases at Austin-area businesses. Hernandez faces 11 felony charges and Vasquez faces 9 felony charges, with authorities investigating additional victims across the region from Georgetown to Kyle.
mynorthwest.com
· 2025-12-08
Over $1 million was stolen from Clallam County residents in 2025 through scams impacting at least three victims, with one losing $862,000 in gold bars, in schemes where fraudsters impersonated Amazon, FTC, and Social Security Administration officials. The scams primarily targeted seniors by falsely claiming their identities were used for crimes, then pressuring victims to surrender cash, gold, and device access. Two suspects have been arrested, and authorities warn residents to reject unsolicited calls from purported government or tech officials and verify requests directly with banks or law enforcement.
kiro7.com
· 2025-12-08
Three Clallam County residents lost over $1 million in 2025 to impersonation scams where fraudsters posed as Amazon, FTC, and Social Security Administration officials, with one victim losing $862,000 in gold bars. Victims were told their identities were used for crimes and pressured to provide cash, gold, and device access; two suspects have been arrested and additional victims from Clallam, Jefferson, and neighboring counties are coming forward. Authorities advise residents to reject unsolicited calls from government or tech companies, verify requests with banks or law enforcement, and never share cash, valuables, or personal information with strangers.
newsweek.com
· 2025-12-08
The New York Statewide Senior Action Council warned of a spreading Medicare scam involving medical identity theft, where criminals obtain seniors' confidential medical information to fraudulently bill for services and supplies. The alert comes as the FTC reports identity theft has risen since late 2023, with thousands of Americans—particularly older adults—falling victim annually; authorities advise seniors never to share Medicare or Social Security numbers with unsolicited callers and to verify suspicious claims directly with Medicare (1-800-Medicare) or their doctors.
gibsondunn.com
· 2025-12-08
On May 12, 2025, the DOJ Criminal Division announced a new White-Collar Enforcement Plan and updated guidance documents that emphasize an "America First" approach prioritizing prosecution of fraud schemes targeting vulnerable populations, government program fraud, and crimes affecting national security and U.S. businesses. The guidance signals a shift toward considering the impact of investigations on legitimate businesses while maintaining focus on dishonest actors, foreign corruption, and trade enforcement violations.
aoshearman.com
· 2025-12-08
This article describes a Department of Justice memorandum on white-collar crime enforcement that prioritizes "Focus, Fairness, and Efficiency" in corporate criminal prosecutions. The memo identifies ten high-impact enforcement areas, including fraud targeting investors and individuals (specifically naming Ponzi schemes, investment scams, and elder fraud), government program fraud, trade fraud, and financial crimes threatening national security. The policy aims to balance aggressive prosecution of serious corporate wrongdoing with avoiding overreach that would burden legitimate businesses and innovation.