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huffpost.com
· 2025-12-08
According to the FBI's annual internet crime report, seniors lost nearly $5 billion to scams last year and are disproportionately targeted by scammers who view them as wealthy, not feeble-minded. The article identifies two major red flags for potential scams: feeling panicked and experiencing pressure to make fast decisions, and recommends that seniors slow down, create mental space to think, and independently verify claims before acting. Various protective services and apps have been developed to help seniors guard against financial exploitation.
amac.us
· 2025-12-08
This educational resource presents a chart detailing common scams targeting consumers, including AI scams (deepfake impersonations), bank text scams (phishing for account information), billing/invoice scams (fake invoices demanding payment), brushing scams (unsolicited items to boost reviews), and charity scams. The guide identifies shared scammer tactics such as impersonation, creating urgency, and pressuring victims to share personal information, while offering specific identification and prevention strategies for each scam type. The material encourages sharing this information with friends and family as a primary defense against fraud.
ctvnews.ca
· 2025-12-08
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local.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Over 180 Utahns attended a Scam Jam event presented by AARP Utah and the FBI to learn fraud prevention strategies, as Utah residents had lost more than $15.4 million to fraud in 2025, with $12 million of that from people aged 50 and older. The event featured FBI officials, state consumer protection leaders, and media experts who shared real victim stories, including a text scam and a romance scam that cost one woman $90,000, while emphasizing prevention tactics such as scrutinizing email addresses for typos and reporting fraud quickly to authorities.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Seniors lost nearly $5 billion to scams last year and remain prime targets due to their concentrated wealth, according to the FBI. The article identifies five red flags indicating a potential scam: feeling panicked, pressure to make fast decisions, unsolicited contact, requests for personal information, and reluctance to verify claims—noting that scammers rely on emotional manipulation and time pressure to override victims' judgment. Experts advise pausing to think critically when experiencing these warning signs, as scammers count on immediate reactions rather than careful consideration.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article identifies five red flags that warn seniors they may be targeted for scams, emphasizing that older adults lose nearly $5 billion annually and are targeted because they hold roughly half of U.S. wealth. The first two red flags discussed are feeling panicked (as in grandparent scams demanding immediate bail) and pressure to make fast decisions (such as investment opportunities or fake retail websites), with experts advising victims to slow down, create mental space, and independently verify claims rather than acting immediately.
theorcasonian.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
This educational piece from the Orcas Senior Center outlines how Medicare scams operate in four stages: scammers gain trust through unsolicited contact, request Medicare numbers under false pretenses, use those numbers to bill Medicare for fraudulent services, and ultimately compromise victims' benefits, health access, and financial security. The article provides protective measures including never sharing Medicare or Social Security numbers with unsolicited callers, remaining skeptical of "free" offers, reviewing statements regularly, and contacting 1-800-MEDICARE or local Senior Medicare Patrol for verification.
wwnytv.com
· 2025-12-08
State police in Jefferson and Lewis counties, New York are warning of scams targeting elderly residents, including impersonation schemes where scammers pose as law enforcement conducting financial investigations or lawyers claiming a grandchild needs money. These scams typically involve urgent requests for secrecy and use spoofed phone calls, text messaging apps, or pop-up messages to contact victims. Police advise that legitimate law enforcement and lawyers never request payment via gift cards or cash, and recommend verifying suspicious claims by calling law enforcement directly.
mtdemocrat.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI reports that elder fraud losses reached $4.885 billion across 147,127 complaints in 2024, representing a 46% increase in complaints and 43% increase in losses from 2023, with California accounting for $832.7 million of those losses. Seniors are frequently targeted through investment scams, technical support schemes, romance scams, and money mule operations because they are perceived as trusting, financially stable, and less likely to report crimes. The FBI recommends seniors verify unsolicited contact through independent research, resist pressure to act quickly, avoid sharing personal information with unverified sources, and report suspected fraud to law enforcement immediately.
theglobeandmail.com
· 2025-12-08
Senior Scam Alerts, a free weekly newsletter, launched in June 2025 to educate older Americans about fraud prevention following a crisis year in which Americans aged 60+ lost nearly $4.9 billion to scams in 2024—a 43% increase from the prior year with average losses exceeding $83,000 per victim. The newsletter covers various scam types including health insurance fraud, pig butchering, smishing, and grandparent scams, providing prevention tips, real-life case studies, and reporting resources drawn from trusted sources like the FBI and Department of Justice.
newsfilecorp.com
· 2025-12-08
Senior Scam Alerts, a new free weekly newsletter launched in June 2025, aims to educate older Americans about fraud prevention through coverage of scam types, detection methods, and reporting procedures. According to FBI data, seniors aged 60+ lost nearly $4.9 billion to scams in 2024—a 43% increase from the previous year with an average loss of $83,000 per victim—prompting this educational initiative drawing from trusted sources like the FBI and Department of Justice.
ice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Darlington Akporugo, a 47-year-old illegal alien from Nigeria, and his wife Jasmin Sood were sentenced to 15.67 and 10.08 years in prison respectively for operating a nationwide romance scam targeting elderly and vulnerable victims, defrauding over 25 people of more than $3.1 million. The scheme used fake social media identities to lure victims into sending money through false investment opportunities and personal emergencies, with Sood creating fake businesses and bank accounts to launder funds that were spent lavishly or distributed to co-conspirators. Both were ordered to pay full restitution of $3,123,073 an
familywealthreport.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance fraud—emotional manipulation by scammers to extract money or personal information—has surged significantly in the UK, with over 8,500 reports totaling £92 million in 2024 alone. Elderly and vulnerable individuals are particularly at risk due to isolation, cognitive decline, and limited digital literacy, leaving victims financially depleted and emotionally traumatized. The article recommends practical protective measures including maintaining open family communication, encouraging digital literacy training, monitoring unusual financial behavior, implementing account controls, and leveraging legal tools like Lasting Powers of Attorney to safeguard vulnerable relatives.
khou.com
· 2025-12-08
Darlington Akporugo, 47, and Jasmin Sood, 37, from Fulshear, Texas, were sentenced to 188 and 121 months in federal prison, respectively, for operating a romance scam that defrauded over 25 elderly victims out of $3.1 million between 2015 and 2022. The couple used fake social media profiles and online dating sites to pose as widowers and military personnel, gaining victims' trust before coercing them to send money for fake business investments or personal expenses, while using the funds for luxury vehicles and mansions. Both defendants must pay full restitution and serve three years of
theunion.com
· 2025-12-08
On June 20, 2025, Rushabh Rajesh Desai, 35, of San Jose, was arrested by Nevada County Sheriff's Office deputies after attempting to scam a 75-year-old woman out of $30,000 through a phone scam; a vigilant friend called 911 while the scam was in progress, allowing deputies to intercept Desai's vehicle near the victim's residence. Desai was charged with conspiracy to commit crime, attempting to obtain money by false pretense, and elder theft. The sheriff's office emphasized that scams targeting elderly individuals are common and often go unreported due to victim shame, and recommends immediate action including
ctvnews.ca
· 2025-12-08
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accountingtoday.com
· 2025-12-08
The Bonadio Group, a certified fraud examination firm, highlights the widespread problem of elder financial abuse, noting that only one in 44 cases are reported to authorities like Adult Protective Services. The article presents two case studies: one involving a childhood friend who exploited a widowed mother by taking her debit card, obtaining her home deed, and evicting her; and another where a caregiver stole over $200,000 from an elderly man over three years while subjecting him to severe neglect, ultimately forcing him into long-term care. Accountants and professionals are encouraged to report suspicious financial activity to Adult Protective Services and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to protect vulnerable seniors.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
This educational resource defines elder fraud as the exploitation of adults age 60+ for monetary gain through tactics like impersonation, romance scams, and fake investment schemes, with seniors losing over $5.9 billion annually. Common scammer tactics include using fear, false hope, romance, pressure, isolation, and threats, while phishing emails often urge account verification or threaten account closure. Protection strategies include never responding to unsolicited requests for personal information, verifying website security, avoiding suspicious links, maintaining updated security software, and consulting trusted family members before sending money.
stocktitan.net
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Trend Micro launched Scam Radar, a new feature in its ScamCheck app that provides real-time detection of coordinated scam tactics across SMS, websites, and messaging apps. According to Trend Micro's study of 6,632 consumers across six countries, 30% had been scam victims, with common fraud types including online shopping scams (27%) and investment fraud (22%), often with victims not realizing they were targeted until significant financial loss occurred.
crypto.news
· 2025-12-08
Michael Zidell lost $20 million in a "pig butchering" romance scam after being targeted on Facebook by a scammer posing as a woman named Carolyn Parker, who lured him into fraudulent NFT investments through fake account statements. Zidell sued Citibank for negligence, alleging the bank failed to detect and act on suspicious wire transfers—including twelve transactions totaling nearly $4 million to an account held by Guju Inc. that contradicted the account holder's declared business activity and violated Know Your Customer and Anti-Money Laundering laws. Pig butchering scams resulted in $5.8 billion in investment fraud losses in 2024
kvoa.com
· 2025-12-08
Jamaican man Sherwayne Benjamin Bellinfantie was extradited to Tucson to face federal charges for orchestrating a romance and sweepstakes scam targeting an 85-year-old Vail woman from 2015 to 2019. The victim lost $400,000 after being deceived into believing she was in a romantic relationship and had won a lottery; she has since passed away. This case reflects the FBI's growing concern over romance and lottery scams in Arizona, which saw a 400 percent increase in lottery scams between 2023 and 2024.
wrex.com
· 2025-12-08
Since 2022, businesses across North America have experienced a surge in sophisticated scams—including impersonations, data theft, and fraudulent services—resulting in billions of dollars in losses, according to Better Business Bureau data showing over 3,600 BBB reports and 74,489 FBI reports between 2022-2024. Experts warn that AI-generated fake videos and emails are increasingly used in scams, and the true scale of incidents is likely much higher due to underreporting. Businesses are advised to implement security measures such as employee training, secure payment procedures, firewalls, multifactor authentication, and verification of requests through alternate channels to protect against these threats.
www2.ljworld.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers have been impersonating Senior Resource Center employees and attempting to sell burial plots to Douglas County residents, prompting the center's director to warn the public that the organization does not sell anything. The FBI reports that cybercriminals stole over $16 billion from Americans in 2024, with people over 60 losing nearly $5 billion; experts recommend the "Stop, Verify and Report" approach—stopping the conversation, verifying legitimacy through trusted sources, and reporting suspected scams to the Kansas Protection Report Center at 1-800-922-5330.
evanstonroundtable.com
· 2025-12-08
Two Evanston seniors fell victim to scams in recent months: a 76-year-old woman lost over $102,350 after being tricked into transferring funds to Bitcoin by someone impersonating a Microsoft employee, and an 83-year-old woman nearly lost $12,500 in a Publisher's Clearinghouse sweepstakes scam before loss prevention staff at Jewel-Osco intervened. Police emphasized that prevention requires education, as most scammers operate internationally making arrests rare, and urged families to discuss common scam tactics with vulnerable relatives, particularly impersonation schemes involving grandchildren, financial institutions, tech support, and government agencies.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
The New York State Police warned residents of Jefferson and Lewis counties about scams targeting elderly people, including impersonation of law enforcement conducting financial investigations and grandparent scams where callers pose as lawyers demanding money for a grandchild's legal troubles. These scams commonly use spoofed phone numbers, text apps, pop-up messages, and create urgency while demanding secrecy, often requesting payment via gift cards or cash sent through the mail. Law enforcement reminded the public that legitimate officers and lawyers never request payment through gift cards or cash, and advised residents to verify suspicious contact through independent phone calls to known contacts.
coastalbreezenews.com
· 2025-12-08
Lunch with Friends hosted over 100 seniors on June 18th at Marco Lutheran Church, where Lieutenant Joseph Belardo from the Marco Island Police Department presented on elder fraud prevention. Lt. Belardo warned that scammers stole $3.4-$6.1 billion from older Americans last year, with tech support scams, government impostor scams, and AI-powered voice cloning being among the most common threats; he advised seniors to be skeptical of unsolicited calls/texts/emails, avoid clicking suspicious links, and verify requests by calling trusted phone numbers directly. The presentation also covered ransomware, malware, and deepfakes, with recommendations to update security software, use V
wsbradio.com
· 2025-12-08
Two men, Pradip Parikh (67) and Al-Pesh Patel (40), were arrested and charged for operating an international government-imposter telephone scam that defrauded at least 20 victims across the United States, including elderly victims who lost over $600,000. The scammers impersonated federal officials, threatening victims with arrest and asset seizure to coerce them into transferring money to accounts under the defendants' control. Both men await sentencing in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Patrick Fraser, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was extradited to the United States and charged with conspiracy and mail fraud for operating prize notification schemes that targeted vulnerable individuals, particularly elderly Americans, by falsely claiming they had won large cash prizes (typically over $1 million) if they paid a small fee. Fraser was arrested in June 2023 and faces up to 20 years in prison per count on a nine-count indictment filed in the District of Las Vegas.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Pradip Parikh, 67, and Alpesh Patel, 40, were convicted for operating an India-based call center scam that defrauded millions of Americans, predominantly elderly victims, by impersonating Social Security Administration officials and threatening arrest to pressure victims into transferring funds to bank accounts they controlled. Victims testified to losing significant sums, including a 70-year-old who transferred over $600,000 and a widowed mother of eight who lost more than $300,000, with the defendants retaining thousands for themselves before laundering the remaining funds. Both were convicted of money laundering and conspiracy charges, with Patel also convicted of wire fraud conspiracy
fox26houston.com
· 2025-12-08
A Nigerian national, Darlington Akporugo (47), and his wife, Jasmin Sood (37), both residents of Houston, were sentenced to federal prison—188 months and 121 months respectively—for operating a nationwide romance scam that defrauded over 25 elderly victims of $3.1 million. The couple used fake social media identities to build trust with victims, primarily older women and widows, then manipulated them into sending money for nonexistent businesses and fabricated emergencies, while Sood created fake businesses and bank accounts to launder the funds. Both must pay full restitution of $3,123,073
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
An 87-year-old Maryland woman lost tens of thousands of dollars in a tech support scam after receiving a fake pop-up warning that her bank accounts were compromised and demanding $18,000 to fix the issue. Two New York residents, Chongsong Chen (48) and Wei Hua Wang (71), were arrested and charged with theft and theft scheme after physically picking up cash from the victim's home, with authorities apprehending them during the handoff when the victim called the sheriff's office. The case prompted Harford County law enforcement to warn the public that elder fraud increased 14% nationally in 2023 and caused over $3.4 billion in losses
batamnewsasia.com
· 2025-12-08
A 76-year-old Singaporean man lost S$55,500 (nearly all his retirement savings plus S$10,000 borrowed from a friend) to a romance and investment scam orchestrated by a woman named "Ms Li" whom he met on TikTok in April. The scammer persuaded him to download a fraudulent app and virtual wallet, claiming to help him profit from an online business, and extracted funds through fake initial withdrawals before cutting off access. Despite losing his life savings and filing a police report in June, the victim remains convinced of the scammer's authenticity based on video chats and photos, illustrating how emotional manipulation and social engineering exploit elderly individuals on digital platforms.
cleveland.com
· 2025-12-08
U.S. Sen. Jon Husted introduced bipartisan legislation called "The Preventing Deep Fake Scams Act" to establish a task force that will examine how financial institutions can use AI to protect against fraud, particularly deep fake scams where fraudsters impersonate family members to steal money. According to Federal Trade Commission data, fraudsters stole over $12.5 billion from consumers in 2024—a 25% increase from 2023—with an AARP study finding that 77% of older adults worry they may become targets of AI-related fraud. The bill, endorsed by AARP and co-sponsored by Georgia Democrat Raphael Warnock, would require the
ksby.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is a local events roundup and does not contain reporting on a specific scam, fraud, or elder abuse incident. However, it does mention a Senior Scam Prevention Seminar being held at the Goleta Community Center from 9-11 A.M., which will educate attendees on recognizing common scams, understanding current fraud tactics, and protecting themselves and loved ones from fraud, with Senator Monique Limón in attendance.
citizensvoice.com
· 2025-12-08
Pennsylvania officials warned of an email scam targeting older residents, in which fraudsters impersonate state employees and claim recipients have inherited large sums from distant foreign relatives, then request hundreds of thousands of dollars in upfront fees to release the funds. The scammers use spoofed email addresses resembling official state accounts and create false urgency to pressure victims into quick payments. Officials advise recipients to verify sender email addresses (legitimate PA state emails end in @pa.gov), avoid responding to unsolicited money offers, and contact trusted family members or local Area Agencies on Aging before engaging with unknown individuals making financial offers.
tmj4.com
· 2025-12-08
Mequon Police Department launched a proactive "Senior Safety Session" initiative across Ozaukee County to educate elderly residents about recognizing and avoiding scams, following a dramatic surge in fraud losses in the area. Fraud losses quintupled from $500,000 in 2023 to $2.5 million in 2024, with scammers using tactics such as impersonating grandchildren claiming emergencies. The sessions teach seniors to verify suspicious calls with trusted contacts and recognize common fraud schemes targeting elderly residents.
tribtoday.com
· 2025-12-08
American seniors aged 60 and older reported $4.8 billion in losses to scammers in 2024, making them the primary targets for cybercriminals operating globally, with fraudulent wire transfers often routing through Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Mexico. Seniors are particularly vulnerable due to cultural tendencies to trust, limited technological sophistication, and the fact that they control over 70% of American wealth. The FBI advises that education and awareness are the best defenses, recommending seniors verify unsolicited contacts independently, avoid sending money or gift cards in response to urgent requests, and stay informed about common scam tactics.
news.shib.io
· 2025-12-08
Charles Uchenna Nwadavid, a 35-year-old Nigerian national, pleaded guilty to stealing over $2.5 million from six victims through romance scams between 2016 and 2019, laundering the funds through cryptocurrency accounts he controlled. Nwadavid manipulated victims into sending money via fake dating profiles and romantic relationships, then transferred the stolen funds through a Massachusetts resident accomplice into crypto wallets on LocalBitcoins. He faces up to 20 years in prison on mail fraud and money laundering charges, along with potential deportation.
chronline.com
· 2025-12-08
In the first quarter of 2025, Washington fraud victims lost $38.2 million, with people ages 80 and over suffering the highest median loss of $1,286; "government imposters" remain the most prevalent scam type. Regional law enforcement agencies warned residents about evolving fraud schemes including fake DMV text messages demanding payment, cryptocurrency kiosk scams (which cost Washington $142 million in 2023), and romance scams that defrauded seniors 60+ of $389 million nationally in 2024. Authorities advise residents to verify claims directly with agencies using official contact information and avoid unusual payment methods like cryptocurrency, Venmo, or Pay
spokesman.com
· 2025-12-08
Government agencies across Washington and Idaho are warning residents about multiple active scams, including government imposter schemes, fake DMV text messages demanding payment for traffic violations, romance scams, and cryptocurrency kiosk fraud. In early 2025, Washington fraud victims lost $38.2 million with people ages 80 and older experiencing median losses of $1,286, while Idaho residents lost over $63 million to cybercrimes in 2024, with seniors being predominately targeted. Authorities advise residents never to respond to unsolicited demands for payment and to independently verify any claims by contacting the legitimate agency using official phone numbers rather than information provided by the scammer.
oag.ca.gov
· 2025-12-08
Healthcare clinic operator Oscar B. Abrons III was sentenced to four years in jail for his role in a prescription medication diversion scheme that defrauded California's Medi-Cal program of over $20 million between 2014 and 2016. Operating an unlicensed clinic called God's Property with co-conspirators Steven Derrick Fleming and Mohamed Waddah El-Nachef, Abrons paid Medi-Cal beneficiaries cash to obtain unnecessary prescriptions for HIV medications, antipsychotics, and controlled substances that were then sold on the illicit market. El-Nachef, who became the state's top HIV medication prescriber during
thumbwind.com
· 2025-12-08
Dr. Sophie Toya, a Michigan physician, was sentenced to four years in federal prison on June 26, 2025, for orchestrating a $6.3 million Medicare fraud scheme involving over 7,900 medically unnecessary orthotic braces prescribed to more than 2,600 elderly and disabled patients, often without clinical evaluation or patient contact. Toya used deceptive television advertisements and telehealth consultations to solicit prescriptions, with some patients receiving multiple braces in single visits and undercover agents obtaining prescriptions after less than one-minute phone calls. In addition to her prison sentence, Toya was ordered to pay $3.6 million in restit
yankton.net
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Attorney's Office for South Dakota designated June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month to highlight the widespread impact of elder fraud and abuse, which affects millions of seniors annually by compromising their finances, security, and dignity. Warning signs of elder fraud include unexplained bank withdrawals, suspicious signatures on financial documents, abrupt changes to wills, and unpaid bills despite adequate funds, while common scams involve impersonation (kidnapping/arrest claims), romance fraud, and gift card schemes. The Justice Department provides resources including Senior Scam Alerts and a dedicated National Elder Fraud Hotline (1-833-FRAUD-11) for reporting and assistance.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Shirley Waller, 43, of Missouri pleaded guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy after admitting she aided Nigerian online scammers who defrauded victims of approximately $1.07 million, including a 71-year-old woman who sent $35,000 as part of a romance scam. Waller received cash shipments at her home (over 70 Express Mail packages in 60 days), forwarded portions to Nigeria via cryptocurrency, and was found with $59,150 in seized cash during a court-approved search in January 2024. She also separately pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining a $196,000 mortgage an
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Patricia Hutchins, 53, of Brockport, NY, pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy and making false statements after being caught operating multiple fraud schemes including elder fraud, PPP loan fraud, and unemployment insurance fraud. She was ordered to pay approximately $60,000 in restitution to victims, including $25,100 to an elderly person who was defrauded, but instead spent roughly $23,500 of her home sale proceeds on gift cards before her sentencing; she is scheduled for sentencing on October 7, 2025.
chase.com
· 2025-12-08
This is not an article about elder fraud, scams, or abuse. It is a standard notice from Chase Bank about platform enhancements and system requirements for their website and mobile app. It does not contain information relevant to the Elderus database.
cryptorank.io
· 2025-12-08
An Australian investigation identified 90 individuals involved in cryptocurrency ATM fraud, revealing that scammers are exploiting vulnerable elderly victims through romance and investment schemes. A woman in her 70s lost $281,000 and another lost $130,000 after being manipulated into depositing cash into crypto ATMs, with over $3 million lost to such scams nationwide between January 2024 and January 2025. In response, AUSTRAC implemented new operational standards including transaction limits, mandatory scam alerts, and enhanced verification protocols to combat the misuse of the 1,600+ crypto ATMs across Australia.
deccanchronicle.com
· 2025-12-08
A 75-year-old resident of Hyderabad lost Rs 1.28 lakh after clicking a phishing link in a text message impersonating an Indian oil company offering reward points, then sharing an OTP with a fraudster who claimed it was for a Rs 399 transaction. Police recommend verifying offers through official channels, never clicking suspicious links, and not sharing OTPs with anyone.
ainvest.com
· 2025-12-08
Elderly Americans have lost millions of dollars through Bitcoin ATM scams, with fraud losses surging from $12 million in 2020 to $114 million by 2023, with seniors accounting for two-thirds of reported losses. In response, states and cities have implemented various regulations including transaction limits, licensing requirements, and mandatory operator conversations for large transactions, while Senator Dick Durbin introduced the federal Crypto ATM Fraud Prevention Act to cap daily spending at $2,000 and require refunds if police reports are filed within 30 days. Scammers typically impersonate government agencies, businesses, or tech support, with median losses per victim reaching $10,000.
dailyhodl.com
· 2025-12-08
Amy Jo Reid, a former senior vice president and director of purchasing at a Green Bay, Wisconsin bank, pleaded guilty to stealing $411,923 over a six-year period (May 2018 to May 2024) by charging personal expenses—including flights, hotel stays, casino gambling, and property taxes—to bank-issued purchase cards while submitting falsified or misleading documentation. Reid agreed to pay full restitution of $411,923 and faces up to 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine on three fraud charges.