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mypunepulse.com
· 2025-12-08
A 54-year-old resident of Thane, Maharashtra lost ₹59 lakh in a cyber fraud scheme where scammers impersonating Customs and CBI officials threatened him with allegations of drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering between November 26 and December 2. The victim was coerced into transferring funds to accounts provided by the fraudsters before realizing the deception and reporting it to police, who filed cases under IPC sections 318(4) and 319(2) as well as IT Act provisions.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Model Shivankita Dixit lost Rs 99,000 in a "digital arrest" scam where fraudsters impersonating CBI officials contacted her via WhatsApp, falsely accusing her of involvement in human trafficking and drug smuggling, then coerced her into paying money to avoid arrest. Digital arrest scams are a sophisticated cybercrime tactic where scammers impersonate law enforcement, use video calls and fake documents to establish credibility, and exploit victims' fear through false allegations and threats of legal action. Key prevention measures include verifying caller identity through official sources, avoiding disclosure of sensitive information, staying calm under pressure, and reporting suspicious activity to authorities immediately.
gisuser.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams cost victims an average of $2,000, with total losses exceeding $1 billion in 2023 alone, and 50% of Americans using dating apps between 2018-2023 experienced catfishing. Scammers use stolen photos, love bombing tactics, and requests to move communication off-platform before eventually asking for money, cryptocurrency investments, or personal financial data. To protect yourself, avoid sending money to online contacts, decline investments in digital assets, request video chats to verify identity, and trust your instincts if communication seems inconsistent or suspicious.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Ernakulam police arrested a Malappuram resident facilitating a multi-level cyber fraud network operating from the UAE and Cambodia, which defrauded victims of over Rs 80 lakh through fake share trading schemes and "digital arrest" scams. The accused used local "mule accounts" held by young college students to launder stolen money, receiving commissions of Rs 1,500 per lakh transferred, while the kingpin—identified as a Keralite based in Dubai—directed operations remotely with assistance from other handlers. The investigation also uncovered a separate "digital arrest" fraud where an 85-year-old lost Rs 17 lakh after being threatened by scamm
mapleridgenews.com
· 2025-12-08
I cannot provide a summary of elder fraud or scam content from this submission. The text appears to be a website navigation menu and headline listing from a British Columbia news outlet, not an article about fraud, scams, or elder abuse. To create an appropriate summary for the Elderus database, please provide the full text of an actual article related to elder fraud or abuse.
amp.scmp.com
· 2025-12-08
Former Hong Kong lawmaker Chim Pui-chung, 78, and his son Ricky Chim Kim-lun, 55, were found guilty of fraud, while businesswoman Wong Poe-lai, 68, was convicted of money laundering in connection with fraudulent transactions tied to a listed firm. All three defendants were remanded in custody after the District Court judge revoked the bail of the two Chims following the guilty verdict. The case involved financial crimes related to the elder Chim's business dealings during and after his tenure representing the financial services sector in Hong Kong's Legislative Council from 2004 to 2012.
timesnownews.com
· 2025-12-08
Former Miss India Shivankita Dixit lost Rs 99,000 in a "digital arrest" scam after fraudsters impersonating CBI officials falsely accused her of human trafficking and drug smuggling via WhatsApp, coercing her into immediate payment. Digital arrest scams exploit fear and urgency by using fake documents and credible-seeming video calls to convince victims they face legal action unless they pay fines. To stay safe, victims should verify caller identity through official sources, never share sensitive information, remain calm under pressure, consult trusted contacts, and report suspicious activity to police immediately.
paymentsjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Treasury Department's Corporate Transparency Act, effective January 1, 2024, requires over 30 million small businesses and corporations to report beneficial ownership information to prevent criminals from using anonymous business entities for fraud and money laundering. Previously, LLC owners could remain hidden behind statutory agents, allowing bad actors to obscure illicit activities; the new rules close this loophole and enable financial institutions to conduct more thorough risk assessments. Businesses that fail to file face civil penalties up to $591 per day and owners risk criminal penalties up to $10,000 and two years in prison, though the Treasury Department offers a 90-day grace period for correcting errors.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 67-year-old woman and her two daughters in Hyderabad were held under fake "digital arrest" via Skype for 17 days by fraudsters impersonating TRAI, CBI, and RBI officials, who coerced the woman into transferring 5.5 crore rupees through false claims of money laundering involvement. The family discovered the scam on December 8 when they visited the CBI office to recover funds and found all documents were counterfeit. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau registered an FIR and launched an investigation into what appears to be an organized fraud operation.
bankingjournal.aba.com
· 2025-12-08
"Fraud as a service" is a growing criminal business model where perpetrators offer tools and infrastructure to commit fraud, recruiting unwitting "money mules" to transfer funds through their bank accounts. Financial losses from fraud targeting seniors over 60 have surged from $500 million in 2018 to $3.5 billion in 2023, with schemes also prevalent on social media platforms targeting younger demographics and even infants through synthetic identity fraud. Banks have a critical 72-hour window to recover fraudulent funds before money leaves accounts, and implementing name-matching verification and monitoring for suspicious transaction patterns like unusual velocity or peer-to-peer transfers can help prevent fraud.
etsn.fm
· 2025-12-08
Saint Jovite Youngblood of Manor, Texas was sentenced to 40 years in prison for wire fraud and money laundering after impersonating a U.S. Army Delta Force officer and falsely warning 32 victims that Mexican drug cartels would harm them unless they paid for protection. Youngblood defrauded his victims of over $12.7 million, which he subsequently gambled away in Las Vegas casinos, and was ordered to pay full restitution to the victims.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Former Pigeon Township Trustee Mariama Wilson and contractor Terrance Hardiman were sentenced for operating a kickback scheme from February 2020 to May 2022 that defrauded taxpayers of $38,000. Wilson and Hardiman conspired to inflate invoices for homeless shelter and food pantry projects, with Hardiman submitting inflated bids and then paying Wilson and co-defendant William Payne kickbacks of $1,000-$2,000 per project, which they received in cash delivered by hand. Wilson received three years of probation, Hardiman received six months in federal prison plus two years of supervised release, and both were
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Brandon Alford, a 47-year-old employee in Washington, Indiana, was sentenced to two years in federal prison for defrauding his employer through a scheme involving a fake company called A&D Distributing LLC. Between December 2017 and January 2023, Alford submitted 25 fraudulent invoices totaling $1,006,500 for machine parts that were never ordered or delivered, while also evading taxes on the fraud proceeds from 2017-2022. He was ordered to pay $1,006,500 in restitution to his employer and $319,793.02 to the IRS.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Alec Tahir Baker, 60, of Corona, California, was indicted on federal charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft for his role in a scheme that defrauded businesses, individuals, and the Town of Bristol, Rhode Island, of approximately $8.9 million. The conspiracy employed business email compromise tactics, including phishing emails to gain network access and vendor impersonation emails to redirect payments to accounts Baker controlled across over 40 bank accounts he created. Baker subsequently concealed the fraudulent proceeds through cash withdrawals, cryptocurrency transfers, and transfers to other accounts and individuals, including a $310,500 theft from Bristol municipal funds
deccanherald.com
· 2025-12-08
A 68-year-old senior citizen in Bengaluru lost Rs 1.94 crore to cyber fraudsters who conducted a "digital arrest" scam between November 30 and December 7. The scammers impersonated Mumbai crime branch officers via WhatsApp video call, falsely claiming the victim was involved in money laundering linked to businessman Naresh Goyal, then pressured him to transfer his entire fixed deposit in multiple installments while restricting his communication with others. The victim discovered the fraud only after discussing it with his daughter, who helped him file a police complaint.
indiatoday.in
· 2025-12-08
The "digital arrest" scam, which has cost Indians ₹120 crore in the first four months of 2024, involves fraudsters impersonating law enforcement officials via phone calls to falsely accuse victims of crimes like money laundering and extort money by threatening immediate "digital arrest"—a term that does not exist in Indian law. The scam targets individuals across all sectors, including professionals, by creating psychological pressure through urgency, threats of isolation, and demands for confidentiality, and can be identified by suspicious unofficial contact numbers, pressure tactics, and threats against disclosure to family members.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A senior citizen in Bengaluru lost Rs 1.94 crore from his fixed deposit after falling victim to a "digital arrest" scam that began with a WhatsApp video call on November 30th. Fraudsters impersonating a Mumbai Crime Branch officer falsely accused him of money laundering involvement, threatened legal action, and isolated him from help while manipulating him into transferring funds in multiple installments over a week. The victim's daughter discovered the fraud on December 7th when he confided in her, leading to a police complaint.
dailyexcelsior.com
· 2025-12-08
Digital arrest scams are a sophisticated cyber fraud where perpetrators impersonate law enforcement officials to extort money or personal information from victims through false accusations of crimes like money laundering or identity theft. Multiple victims in India lost significant sums—ranging from 46 lakhs to 5.9 crore—after being intimidated by scammers using phone spoofing, deepfake technology, and legal jargon to create urgency and fear. These scams leverage psychological manipulation, phishing portals, and demands for untraceable payments via cryptocurrency or gift cards to exploit victims who are prevented from verifying the legitimacy of communications.
newskarnataka.com
· 2025-12-08
A Bengaluru senior citizen lost Rs 1.94 crore from his fixed deposit in a sophisticated cyber scam that began on November 30 when scammers impersonated a Mumbai Crime Branch officer via WhatsApp video call and falsely accused him of money laundering involvement. Using psychological manipulation tactics including fake "digital arrest" and threats of legal consequences, the fraudsters coerced the victim into transferring funds in multiple installments over several days while keeping him isolated. The scam was uncovered on December 7 when the victim disclosed the situation to his daughter, who recognized it as fraud and helped him file a police complaint.
taipeitimes.com
· 2025-12-08
**Type:** Educational/Prevention Advice
An expert psychiatrist in Taiwan recommends three preventive measures to protect elderly people from fraud: regular cognitive function assessments to detect early impairment, reducing alone time through social engagement and community activities, and holding major assets in trusts or guardianship arrangements. The advice comes amid rising elderly fraud cases in Taiwan, including a retired physician who lost over NT$10 million and actress Tan Ai-chen who lost over NT$1 million, with scammers typically targeting seniors during daytime hours when family members are at work.
myjoyonline.com
· 2025-12-08
Two Ghanaian nationals, 34-year-old Wigbert Bandie and 30-year-old Adam Khadijah, were sentenced in November 2024 to 63 and 30 months in prison, respectively, by a U.S. federal judge in Tennessee for internet fraud and money laundering. From June through December 2019, the defendants conducted romance and advance-fee scams via social media, impersonating overseas individuals and fake gold shippers to defraud at least 11 victims, including one victim (Richard Coleman) who lost $73,550; Bandie was ordered to pay $2.18 million in restitution.
cbc.ca
· 2025-12-08
Between January and September 2024, merchandise scams on platforms like Facebook Marketplace cost Canadians $7.1 million, with Ontario accounting for $2.6 million of losses. A Ontario woman lost $50 after a seller on Facebook Marketplace took her e-transfer payment for cast iron planters that were never delivered, and police note common red flags include sellers being overly eager, offering full price without negotiation, or requesting payment through third-party links. Authorities advise online buyers and sellers to question suspicious offers, verify addresses, and report fraud to help combat these scams that often involve money laundering schemes.
thelivenagpur.com
· 2025-12-08
A 65-year-old man in Nagpur lost Rs 5.08 lakh in a "digital arrest" scam between December 4-6, when fraudsters called claiming his mobile number was linked to money laundering and threatened immediate arrest. The victim was manipulated into transferring the funds online before realizing the deception. Ajni Police registered a case under BNS Section 318(4) and IT Act provisions, with the investigation ongoing.
india.com
· 2025-12-08
A 68-year-old senior citizen in Bengaluru lost Rs 1.94 crore (approximately $233,000 USD) in a "digital arrest" scam that occurred on November 30. The victim received a WhatsApp video call from a scammer posing as a Mumbai police officer who accused him of involvement in a money laundering case, then coerced him into transferring funds over seven days under the guise of a fake "digital arrest" investigation. The fraud was discovered when the victim's daughter learned of the scheme and reported it to police.
hindustantimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 68-year-old Bengaluru resident lost ₹1.94 crore from his fixed deposit after falling victim to a "digital arrest" scam in which fraudsters impersonating Mumbai crime branch officers accused him of money laundering and held him under fake digital arrest for seven days. The scammers contacted him via WhatsApp video call on November 30, claimed his ATM card was seized in connection with Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal, and coerced him into transferring funds in multiple installments while threatening him to remain silent. He discovered the fraud only when he confided in his daughter on December 7, who helped him file a police complaint with the southeast
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Enorense Izevbigie, a leader of the "Black Axe" crime organization, was extradited from South Africa to face federal charges in New Jersey for operating a decade-long romance scam and advance fee fraud scheme from 2011 to 2021. Izevbigie and his conspirators used fake identities on social media and dating websites to defraud U.S. victims of money and valuables, sometimes threatening to distribute intimate photos to coerce payments, then laundered the proceeds through U.S. bank accounts to South Africa. He faces two counts of wire fraud, wire fraud conspiracy, and money laundering conspiracy, each carrying up to 20 years in prison
fincen.gov
· 2025-12-08
FinCEN issued an alert warning the public about fraudsters impersonating FinCEN officials or misusing the agency's name, insignia, and authority to perpetrate financial scams, including schemes exploiting beneficial ownership reporting and the Money Services Business Registration tool. FinCEN emphasized that legitimate officials will never threaten, demand immediate payment, or contact people via unsolicited email, call, or text, and urged the public to report suspected impersonation to the Treasury Inspector General, FTC, and FBI. Victims aged 60 and older can report fraud to the Department of Justice's National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833-FRAUD-11.
cincinnati.com
· 2025-12-08
Two former Cincinnati high school football players, Andrew Kerobo and Deonta Belser, both 25, were indicted on 40 counts including aggravated theft, money laundering, and tampering with records for fraudulently obtaining $6.8 million in Pandemic Unemployment Assistance benefits. Kerobo, who worked for a state contractor processing unemployment claims in 2020, continued accessing the claims database for three months after his termination using undeactivated login credentials, while Belser recruited co-conspirators to file fraudulent claims; Kerobo personally received approximately $119,000 in fraudulent benefits on prepaid cards.
fox19.com
· 2025-12-08
Two former Cincinnati high school football players, Andrew Kerobo, 25, and Deonta Belser, 25, were indicted on 40 counts including aggravated theft, money laundering, and tampering with records for their roles in a $6.8 million COVID-19 pandemic unemployment fraud scheme. Kerobo, who worked for a state contractor processing unemployment claims, used his login credentials after being fired to fraudulently access and release benefits, while Belser recruited co-conspirators to file false claims; the pair received portions of the fraudulent funds, with Kerobo obtaining approximately $119,000 on prepaid cards. The investigation involved multiple state and federal
agassizharrisonobserver.com
· 2025-12-08
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yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Two former Cincinnati high school football players, Andrew Kerobo and Deonta Belser, both 25, have been indicted on 40 counts including aggravated theft, money laundering, and tampering with records in a $6.8 million COVID-19 unemployment fraud scheme. Kerobo, who worked for a state contractor processing unemployment claims, used his credentials to fraudulently release benefits even after being fired, while Belser recruited co-conspirators to file false claims; the two men and 15 other co-conspirators received portions of the fraudulent funds, with Kerobo personally obtaining nearly $119,000 in fraudulent benefits.
aba.com
· 2025-12-08
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aol.com
· 2025-12-08
This article provides six free strategies for protecting finances from fraud, particularly during high-risk periods like the holiday season. The recommended safeguards include staying informed about trending scams (adoption, romance, grandparent, and elder fraud), freezing credit with major bureaus when not applying for loans, enabling multi-factor authentication on accounts, using password managers to create strong unique passwords, avoiding clicking links or calling numbers in unsolicited communications, and monitoring accounts regularly for suspicious activity. These preventive measures require no financial investment but can significantly reduce vulnerability to identity theft and fraud year-round.
atg.wa.gov
· 2025-12-08
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced that Metropolitan Commercial Bank will pay $10 million to the state as part of a fraud recovery initiative that has collected over $52 million from financial institutions that accepted stolen COVID-19 pandemic unemployment funds. Criminals stole more than $15 million from Washington's unemployment fund in 2020 using fake identities and MovoCash, a fintech company sponsored by Metropolitan, which failed to implement adequate anti-fraud and money-laundering safeguards. This marks the second phase of Ferguson's investigation—the first to pursue fintech companies through state consumer protection laws—following an initial phase that recovered $42 million from 26 financial institutions through asset forfeiture.
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
A 44-year-old technician in Johor Baru lost RM172,000 after being lured into a fake investment scheme via WhatsApp that promised 400% returns; he was directed to download a fraudulent app and make 13 transfers before the scammer demanded an additional RM620,000 to release his profits. In a separate incident, a 55-year-old woman was defrauded of RM70,000 by an impostor claiming to be from a police station who tricked her into linking her bank account for a fake money-laundering investigation. Police urged the public to verify unsolicited offers and calls, and reminded scam victims to contact
rappler.com
· 2025-12-08
Cybercrime has evolved from isolated attacks into a sophisticated, organized industry using social engineering tactics (phishing, romance scams, identity theft) that exploit human psychology rather than technical complexity. Criminal networks operate like businesses with specialized roles and "crime-as-a-service" models, often employing lower-skilled workers—some coerced through human trafficking—while higher-tier operators profit substantially. Law enforcement faces significant challenges in tracing and prosecuting cybercriminals due to anonymity tools and cross-border operations, as demonstrated by Interpol's Operation Storm Makers II targeting Southeast Asian fraud networks in 2023.
hindustantimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 41-year-old bank clerk in Malaysia lost ₹20.29 lakh (RM115,950) in a Macau scam between September and November when fraudsters impersonating police officers and prosecutors convinced her to open a new bank account and transfer funds under the guise of an investigation into alleged money laundering. The victim filed a police report in December 2024, and authorities are investigating. Similar digital arrest scams are rising in India, where criminals impersonate telecom and police officials to pressure victims into transferring money by falsely claiming their phone numbers are being misused for illegal activities.
abc.net.au
· 2025-12-08
New South Wales has the highest reported rates of dating and romance scams in Australia, with victims—predominantly aged 50-80—losing hundreds of thousands of dollars to fraudsters posing as romantic interests. One victim lost $400,000 over years of repeated scams, while a private investigator's clients have collectively lost $2.9 million, though cyber fraud remains significantly under-reported with victims often reluctant to come forward due to embarrassment and denial. Families frequently intervene on behalf of affected loved ones, and support from trusted people is crucial in encouraging victims to report scams to authorities.
ktvu.com
· 2025-12-08
An 84-year-old Santa Rosa woman lost over $600,000 to cyber fraudsters who impersonated the Department of Treasury and Wells Fargo, claiming her devices were hacked and threatening her with arrest if she didn't comply with their instructions. Over six weeks, she withdrew large sums from her bank account, purchased gold bars at a local rare coins shop, and unwittingly acted as a mule to transport additional gold purchased by another victim in Pennsylvania. The scheme relied on fear and isolation—she told no one about the "investigation"—and while bank employees and the coin shop flagged concerns, the transactions proceeded, ultimately depleting her accounts and financial security.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
On December 11, 2024, a federal grand jury in Tucson indicted Ahmed Maqbul Syed (57) and Rupesh Chandra Chintakindi (27), both Indian citizens, for conspiracy to launder money derived from tech support scams targeting elderly victims across the United States. The scheme used fake pop-up warnings to convince victims their computers were compromised, then directed them to fraudsters posing as tech support or government officials who instructed victims to withdraw cash, purchase gold and gift cards, and deposit money into bitcoin ATMs. Both defendants face up to 20 years in prison and $250,000 fines if convicte
siasat.com
· 2025-12-08
An 89-year-old retiree in Hyderabad lost Rs 9.55 lakhs in a digital impersonation scam in which a fraudster posed as a Mumbai Police officer via WhatsApp, falsely claiming the victim was involved in a money laundering case. The scammer used intimidation tactics including a video call in police uniform, forged documents allegedly signed by the Chief Justice of India, and threats of FIR and imprisonment to coerce the victim into transferring funds through RTGS. The victim reported the fraud to authorities after realizing the deception when the scammer demanded additional money.
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
A Toronto-Dominion Bank employee in New York used her access to customer data to distribute sensitive information to criminals via Telegram, a case that exemplifies a broader pattern of low-paid bank employees selling customer details to fraudsters across the United States. Detectives found images of 255 customer cheques and personal information on approximately 70 others on her phone, with similar schemes documented at major financial institutions and credit unions. This insider vulnerability is particularly concerning given that US retirees face record elder fraud losses exceeding $28 billion annually, as scammers with inside knowledge of customers' finances can target victims more effectively.
seattletimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A Toronto-Dominion Bank employee in New York used her access to customer data to distribute sensitive information to criminals on Telegram, a pattern that reflects a broader vulnerability in US banking where low-paid staff members are selling customer details to fraudsters. The scheme is particularly concerning given that US retirees face over $28 billion in estimated annual elder fraud losses, and con artists with insider information about wealthy customers can more effectively target victims. Banks have resisted stronger regulatory requirements to protect customers despite years of warnings about insider data breaches, with some cases involving sophisticated fraud rings operating on the dark web and social media platforms.
nypost.com
· 2025-12-08
Bank employees, typically low-paid staff with access to customer data, have been selling personal information to online fraudsters through platforms like Telegram, facilitating sophisticated scams targeting Americans' savings. Notable cases include a Toronto-Dominion Bank employee who leaked information on 255 checks and 70 customers, and a Navy Federal Credit Union staffer whose data breach exposed approximately 50 accounts to over 2,700 subscribers; TD Bank faced a $3 billion settlement partly due to employee involvement in fraud schemes, including one branch manager who stole over $200,000 from an elderly deceased customer's account. Elder fraud complaints to the FBI increased 14% last year with 11
siasat.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2024, India experienced a surge in digital scams targeting individual citizens, with reported losses of approximately Rs 1,750 crore (about $210 million USD) across over 740,000 complaints, according to the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre. Major scam types included digital arrest fraud (affecting 92,323 victims who were threatened by impersonators claiming to be law enforcement), TRAI fraud calls, online investment scams, and dating fraud schemes that exploited victims through social media and dating apps. The Indian government predicts losses could reach Rs 1.2 lakh crore ($14.4 billion USD) in 2025
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 68-year-old senior citizen in Mumbai was defrauded of Rs 8.5 lakh in December through a digital detention scam in which a fraudster impersonated a policeman, claimed the victim's Aadhaar number was linked to money laundering, and coerced him into making an immediate bank transfer while holding him hostage online for four hours. Mumbai police used unconventional tactics by stationing officers at the beneficiary bank account in Surat to apprehend four accused during withdrawal attempts rather than freezing the account, which led to arrests of account recruiters and a money facilitator, though the mastermind remains at large and cryptocurrency conversion is suspecte
etvbharat.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2024, Cyber Police Kashmir recovered Rs 4.72 crore from victims of various online frauds and dismantled criminal networks by cracking down on 1,833 fake SIM cards and recovering 150 stolen phones. The unit resolved 577 complaints through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, registered 30 FIRs, and charge-sheeted 10 cases, while also conducting public awareness workshops across schools, universities, and government offices. Officials highlighted that investment scams (pig butchering schemes) remain prevalent, targeting vulnerable groups through social media platforms, and emphasized that public education is critical to preventing cybercrime.
dvidshub.net
· 2025-12-08
An estimated $10 billion was lost to online fraud in the United States last year, with scammers targeting seniors through romance scams, government imposter schemes, tech support fraud, and investment scams that exploit emotions and fear rather than technical sophistication. Common tactics include posing as romantic interests to solicit travel costs, impersonating government agencies demanding immediate payment via gift cards or cash, displaying fake virus alerts on computers, and offering unrealistic investment returns before disappearing with victims' funds. Experts recommend verifying unexpected contacts independently, keeping emotions in check during high-pressure situations, and confirming urgent requests from family members by hanging up and calling them back directly.
indepthnh.org
· 2025-12-08
This article is an editor's note and press release announcing the resignation of US Attorney Jane E. Young, effective January 17, 2025, after serving since May 2022. The piece details her office's prosecutorial achievements, including cases involving financial fraud (such as romance scams and pandemic relief fraud), elder and child exploitation, and violent crime, with notable cases resulting in significant prison sentences and restitution orders totaling millions of dollars to victims. While the article mentions Young's work on fraud and elder exploitation cases, it is not itself about a specific scam or fraud incident, but rather a personnel announcement highlighting her office's law enforcement accomplishments.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 78-year-old woman in Mumbai lost Rs 1.51 crore (~$182,000 USD) to a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam in which fraudsters impersonated Delhi police and accused her of money laundering involving a supposedly intercepted parcel containing drugs and cash. The perpetrators used fake video calls with forged warrants and coerced the victim into transferring funds by threatening arrest, exploiting psychological pressure despite awareness campaigns about such scams. Police have launched an investigation into what authorities believe is an organized cybercrime syndicate, while experts emphasize the need for elderly individuals to verify caller claims and avoid sharing sensitive financial information.