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messenger-inquirer.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation found that scam victims in the U.S. have little legal recourse despite record losses of $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024, with actual losses estimated near $200 billion annually. The 58 victims interviewed, ranging from ages 32 to 90 and losing thousands to $4 million each, faced additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and denied liability claims, while the U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore in consumer protections and mandatory bank reimbursements. Key barriers to victim recovery include provisions eliminating personal fraud loss tax deductions, limited bank accountability
nvdaily.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation found that despite record scam losses of $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024 (with estimates suggesting actual losses near $200 billion), victims have little legal recourse and often face additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and limited reimbursement protections compared to other developed nations. The 58 victims interviewed ranged from ages 32 to 90, lost thousands to $4 million each, and some experienced severe psychological trauma; notably, only one victim recovered funds from her bank. The U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, and Singapore in consumer protections, as American
gazettextra.com
· 2026-09-02
A widower named Simon lost $800,000 to a romance scam perpetrated by a fake profile called "Emily" and subsequently faced additional financial hardship including loan repayment obligations and taxes, with little help from law enforcement or government agencies. The investigation found that scams in the U.S. have reached record highs with reported losses of $15.9 billion in 2024 and estimated real losses near $200 billion, driven by advances in AI and cryptocurrency, while victims often face stigma, dismissal from authorities, and additional financial consequences. Despite the crimes being traceable—with the stolen funds in this case linked to a scam compound in Myanmar—most victims receive no recourse, and
wvnews.com
· 2026-09-02
A widower named Simon lost $800,000 to a romance scam perpetrated by a fake profile called "Emily," then faced additional financial burdens including $185,000 in loan repayments and taxes, with little help from law enforcement or authorities. Americans reported a record $15.9 billion in scam losses to the FTC in the past year (with estimates suggesting actual losses near $200 billion), driven by advances in AI and cryptocurrency, yet victims often face ridicule, dismissal from authorities, and additional financial consequences rather than meaningful support or recovery assistance.
dailygazette.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation reveals that despite record fraud losses of $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024 (with actual losses estimated near $200 billion), American scam victims have little recourse and often face additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and bank liability denials. The 58 victims interviewed lost between several thousand to $4 million each, with ages ranging from 32 to 90, and only one recovered funds; the U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore, which have implemented stronger consumer protections and financial institution liability for scam-related losses.
hamiltonnews.com
· 2026-09-02
Americans lost a record $15.9 billion to scams in 2024, a 25% increase from the previous year, with the FTC estimating actual losses could reach $200 billion, affecting nearly all demographics from IT professionals to retirees. An AP/FRONTLINE investigation of 58 victims found that scam survivors face additional hardships including tax penalties on stolen funds, bank account freezes, and limited legal recourse, while the U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore in consumer protections and financial institution accountability. Romance scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and phishing schemes have proliferated due to weak regulations and minimal bank liability for authorized transactions,
wral.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation found that Americans lost a record $15.9 billion to scams in 2024 (with FTC estimates of actual losses near $200 billion), affecting people across all demographics from ages 32 to 90, yet victims have little legal recourse and often face additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and denied reimbursements. Unlike the United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, and Singapore, the U.S. provides minimal consumer protections, leaves financial institutions largely unaccountable, and lacks safeguards around cryptocurrency transfers that enable scammers to hide stolen funds.
apnews.com
· 2026-09-02
A widower named Simon lost $800,000 to a romance scam perpetrated by a fake online profile named "Emily," only to face additional financial hardship including loan repayments and taxes, with little help from authorities. An AP and FRONTLINE investigation found that the U.S. lags behind other countries in combating scams and holding tech and financial companies accountable, leaving victims with minimal recourse despite record losses exceeding $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024, with actual losses estimated near $200 billion. The scam operations, often originating from compounds in Myanmar, continue to proliferate and relocate despite efforts by law enforcement and government agencies to shut them down
dailymail.com
· 2026-09-02
A Georgia woman lost thousands of dollars to a romance scammer she met on the Muslim dating app Muzz after he gained her trust and convinced her to transfer money through multiple platforms to Bitcoin. When she reported the scam to police, she was informed she may have committed a crime herself by acting as a "money mule" by moving the funds across different payment systems. The FBI notes that romance scam victims are particularly vulnerable to unwittingly becoming co-conspirators, and the FTC estimates $1.2 billion is lost annually to these scams with victims losing a median of $2,000.
fincrimecentral.com
· 2026-08-31
Five men were charged with laundering over $7.4 million stolen from at least 77 elderly fraud victims through a network of 21 shell businesses registered in Washington State between October 2024 and March 2026. The defendants used false identities, fictitious business descriptions, and commercial mailboxes to obscure the flow of funds obtained through tech-support and impersonation scams that targeted seniors nationwide. The money was deposited into accounts and quickly dispersed through domestic and international wire transfers, ATM withdrawals, and money orders to conceal its criminal origin.
1057thepoint.com
· 2026-08-31
A man impersonated a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver and wealthy Swiss real estate mogul in a four-year romance scam targeting at least 26 women, netting approximately $1.3 million through fake social media accounts, AI-generated images, and fraudulent investment schemes. Once victims were in relationships, an alleged accomplice posed as a "wealth manager" to solicit money through fake bank accounts and high-yield investment promises, disappearing when victims ran out of funds or questioned the scheme. The scam highlights how easily criminals can fabricate credible online identities and wealth to exploit people seeking romance on dating apps.
foxnews.com
· 2026-08-30
Identity theft has evolved beyond simple credit card fraud to include account takeovers, SIM swaps, and multi-vector attacks using personal information from data breaches to impersonate victims across banking, phone, and social media accounts. Modern identity theft protection services should monitor multiple account types including banks, credit cards, phone services, and detect unauthorized access or transfers, while also providing guidance on how to respond when fraud occurs. The article recommends consumers evaluate protection services based on coverage areas, alert quality, and recovery support rather than credit monitoring alone.
timeschronicle.ca
· 2026-08-30
This article addresses rising scam targeting seniors over 55 in Canada, with criminal organizations using sophisticated technology and AI to impersonate trusted entities like the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. MP Helena Konanz is hosting three educational seminars in British Columbia featuring CrimeStoppers and BC Securities experts to teach residents how to identify and protect themselves from common scams such as phishing and impersonation schemes. The article emphasizes that verification and pausing before acting are key defense strategies against increasingly realistic fraudulent messages and websites.
phys.org
· 2026-08-30
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin discovered that scammers can identify social relationships by analyzing the length and patterns of online reviews on platforms like Yelp, allowing them to target spear phishing attacks at users' friends. By studying 4,299 reviewers, the team found that attackers could correctly identify up to 63% of users' social connections from their online behavior alone, with review length being a key indicator of friendship. This vulnerability is particularly concerning given that spear phishing attacks cost victims over $305 million between 2021-2023, and scammers' financial returns increase dramatically as they expand their targeting from hundreds to thousands of potential victims.
theguardian.com
· 2026-08-30
Scammers are impersonating banks and trusted institutions through texts and calls claiming unauthorized payments have been made on victims' accounts, then persuading them to transfer savings or hand over debit cards under the guise of protecting their money. Lloyds Bank reported a 10% increase in fraud losses year-over-year with an average loss of £3,516 per victim, while Santander has seen over £3 million stolen through bank impersonation scams this year with an average loss of £6,000 per victim. Experts advise customers to ignore messages from mobile numbers, hang up and call their bank directly using trusted numbers if suspicious, rather than following numbers provided in unsolicited messages
kitchener.citynews.ca
· 2026-08-30
Guelph Police have warned of a banking scam targeting seniors in which callers impersonate bank or credit bureau officials, claiming suspicious account activity, and then request card numbers and PINs. A person then arrives at the victim's home to collect the cards under the pretense of replacement, after which scammers use the stolen information to charge thousands of dollars to victims' accounts. Police advise residents to verify such calls directly with their bank using trusted contact numbers rather than information provided by the caller.
vietnam.vn
· 2026-08-30
During Vietnam's holiday periods, cybercriminals impersonate banks, airlines, and travel companies through fake websites and fan pages to commit online fraud, using urgency tactics and slightly discounted prices to pressure victims into quick payments. The scammers collect deposits, send fake confirmation documents, then request additional payments or steal personal data for identity theft, with reported losses of approximately 1,500 billion VND in the first half of the year. Experts recommend victims verify information directly through official channels, avoid clicking suspicious links, and never share passwords, OTP codes, or personal identification data with unknown callers claiming to represent financial institutions or government agencies.
theguardian.com
· 2026-08-29
A Guardian Money reader recounted how he strung along scammers impersonating his bank for three hours by posing as a confused elderly man, fabricating details like an £80,000 account balance and fake PIN and card numbers. The fraudsters, who initially targeted him with a fake Barclays alert about a £1,000 unauthorized purchase, eventually attempted to arrange a courier pickup for his debit card after he provided false information. The reader's account demonstrates common bank impersonation tactics, including requests for sensitive information and urgent pressure to act on weekends when banks are closed.
wsbtv.com
· 2026-08-29
The Bartow County Sheriff's Office warned residents about bank impersonation scams in which fraudsters use spoofed phone numbers to pose as bank fraud department representatives and convince victims to withdraw large amounts of cash for courier pickup or drop-off at specified locations. Authorities advised residents to hang up on suspicious calls and verify directly with their financial institution rather than trusting information from unsolicited callers.
yahoo.com
· 2026-08-29
Five men have been indicted for laundering $7.4 million stolen from at least 77 elderly victims through tech support scams and impersonation schemes in Washington state. The defendants created 21 shell companies and 44 bank accounts to receive victim funds via cashier's checks and money orders, then rapidly transferred the money through wire transfers to accounts in Hong Kong and China. Trial is scheduled for November 9, with charges including conspiracy to commit money laundering and money laundering by concealment and spending, each carrying sentences up to 20 years in prison.
kiro7.com
· 2026-08-29
Five men have been indicted for laundering $7.4 million stolen from at least 77 elderly victims through tech support scams and impersonation schemes in Washington state. The defendants allegedly created 21 shell companies and opened 44 bank accounts to receive victims' funds via cashier's checks and money orders, then rapidly transferred the money to accounts in Hong Kong and China. The operation occurred between October 2024 and March 2026, with a trial scheduled for November 9.
brokerdaily.au
· 2026-08-28
Artificial intelligence is enabling increasingly sophisticated scams in Australia, with ASIC removing over 19,400 online scams in FY2026—a 182% increase—including deepfake websites and celebrity impersonations that have cost Australians over $7 million. Investment scams represent the largest fraud category with $837.7 million in losses reported, while overall fraud losses across multiple Australian agencies reached $2.18 billion, with cryptocurrency investment scams and fake investment platforms surging by 30% and 151% respectively. Scammers are exploiting AI to create convincing fake endorsements, spoof websites, and impersonations of government agencies and celebrities to deceive victims into
cyberdaily.au
· 2026-08-28
Between January and June 2026, bank impersonation scams resulted in $3.25 million in losses across 5,262 reported cases in Australia, with phishing accounting for 52 percent of all scam cases. Mortgage brokers have highlighted settlement fraud schemes where scammers impersonate solicitors using nearly identical email addresses to redirect client funds, with one documented case involving an $80,000 loss that took over two years to recover. Experts recommend verifying account details by phone before transferring funds, as many scam victims fail to confirm information due to embarrassment, overconfidence, or not perceiving the need to verify.
newson6.com
· 2026-08-28
A Tulsa woman received a text claiming to be from her bank about a fraudulent $476 transaction, followed by a call from a scammer posing as a bank representative who attempted to convince her to transfer her entire account balance via Apple Pay. Although the scammer had her personal information including the last four digits of her Social Security number, Simmons recognized the fraud before losing money and is warning others to always call their bank directly using a known number rather than responding to unsolicited fraud alerts.
mynorthwest.com
· 2026-08-28
Five men have been indicted for laundering $7.4 million stolen from at least 77 elderly victims through tech support scams and impersonation schemes operating between October 2024 and March 2026. The defendants registered 21 shell companies and opened 44 bank accounts in Washington to receive funds via cashier's checks and money orders, then rapidly transferred the money to accounts in China and Hong Kong. The men face charges including conspiracy to commit money laundering and multiple counts of money laundering, with trials scheduled for November 9, 2026.
gcnews.com.au
· 2026-08-28
Bank of Queensland is warning Australians about increasingly sophisticated scams that use artificial intelligence and deepfake technology, as part of Scams Awareness Week (August 24-28). The bank urges people to pause before sharing personal or banking information, verify unexpected requests, and report suspected scams involving investment, impersonation, romance, phishing, or payment redirection tactics. No specific dollar amounts or individual victims are mentioned in this awareness campaign, which emphasizes that scam targets are not reflections of intelligence but rather victims of highly organized criminals adapting their methods.
sports.yahoo.com
· 2026-08-28
Daejon Love, 35, was arrested on federal wire fraud charges after allegedly posing as a San Francisco 49ers player on dating apps to scam at least 26 women out of approximately $1.3 million. Working with an 18-year-old "financial advisor" named Taylor Chan, Love created fake dating profiles using multiple pseudonyms and convinced victims he was a wealthy player interested in romantic relationships and investment opportunities, using fabricated bank statements and social media accounts to appear legitimate. The victims were coerced into investing in nonexistent equities and business ventures, with none receiving any return on their money before Love blocked contact with them.
police.statesvillenc.net
· 2026-08-27
Fraudsters are impersonating bank employees in phone scams targeting the Statesville area, claiming suspicious account activity to trick victims into revealing personal information, account credentials, and verification codes. Scammers use caller ID spoofing to make calls appear legitimate and may reference personal information already known about the victim. The police department advises hanging up on unsolicited calls and independently verifying any concerns by contacting your bank directly.
straitstimes.com
· 2026-08-26
Singapore lost $410.6 million to scams in the first half of 2026, a decrease from $500.2 million in the same period of 2025, with 16,821 cases reported. Eight in 10 victims were manipulated into voluntarily transferring money to scammers rather than having their accounts directly compromised, with elderly victims (65+) suffering the highest average losses at $42,347 per person. The most common scam types were e-commerce ($8 million in losses), investment scams ($169.8 million), and government official impersonation scams, with notable increases in Pokemon card trading scams rising from 279 to 605
brokerdaily.au
· 2026-08-26
Between January and June 2026, Australian brokers and banks reported escalating scam activity, with the National Anti-Scam Centre receiving 5,262 bank impersonation reports resulting in $3.25 million in losses, while phishing scams accounted for 52% of cases at Bankwest. A mortgage broker shared a case where a client lost $80,000 to a sophisticated email impersonation scam impersonating a solicitor during settlement, taking over two years to recover the funds. Experts recommend verifying account details by phone and checking sender information directly to prevent such fraud, as nearly one in seven Australians experienced personal fraud in 2024–25.
deccanchronicle.com
· 2026-08-26
An 85-year-old retired bank employee in Hyderabad lost Rs 85.20 lakh to a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam where a fraudster impersonating an NIA officer falsely claimed the victim's Aadhaar details were misused and threatened legal consequences to coerce the transfer. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau successfully traced and froze the fraudster's bank account, recovering the entire amount after the victim became suspicious when additional funds were demanded and contacted his bank.
newsbytes.ph
· 2026-08-25
In the first half of 2026, the Philippines experienced a surge in cyber attacks with 19.2 million compromised account credentials, 16,619 phishing attacks, and 255 data breaches exposing 335 million records, according to Viettel Cyber Security. Major sectors including finance, hospitality, logistics, manufacturing, and energy were targeted, with coordinated attacks against financial institutions in March-April alone compromising 99 million records. Cybercriminals increasingly leveraged artificial intelligence to create convincing phishing messages, deepfakes, and personalized scams, while exploiting unpatched systems and combining stolen credentials with social engineering techniques.
wbaltv.com
· 2026-08-25
A 74-year-old Florida woman lost $8,000 in a scam where callers impersonating Wells Fargo bank employees created fear by claiming she was under investigation, then instructed her to withdraw cash and hand it to an Uber courier. The victim's quick thinking in obtaining the driver's license plate led authorities to arrest 25-year-old Amoye Jameison, who confessed to participating in approximately 10 similar schemes and was caught with the stolen cash still in her possession.
foxnews.com
· 2026-08-25
Card skimming devices disguised as legitimate payment terminals are stealing Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card information nationwide, with criminals targeting grocery stores and retailers that serve low-income customers. The U.S. Secret Service found 16 sophisticated skimmers during a Los Angeles sweep of 328 businesses and estimates a single device can generate up to $1 million in stolen funds, with skimming costing consumers and financial institutions over $1 billion annually. EBT cards remain particularly vulnerable because many still use outdated magnetic-stripe technology that criminals can easily exploit, unlike newer credit and debit cards with chip or contactless payment options.
kcra.com
· 2026-08-25
A 74-year-old Florida woman lost $8,000 in a phone scam where fraudsters impersonated Wells Fargo employees, claiming she was under investigation and instructing her to withdraw cash and hand it to an Uber courier. The victim's quick thinking—noting the driver's license plate and calling police—led to the arrest of 25-year-old Amoye Jameison, who admitted to participating in approximately 10 similar scams and was caught with the victim's money still in her possession. Jameison faces charges of grand theft and organized scheme to defraud, while investigators continue pursuing other suspects involved in the fraud ring.
premierchristianity.com
· 2026-08-25
A data breach at Beacon CRM compromised personal information of donors and volunteers from over six Christian charities, including names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, and donation records. The breach is particularly concerning because scammers can now target high-value donors with tailored fraud schemes after purchasing the stolen data on the dark web. Fraud experts advise affected individuals to remain vigilant against targeted scams and to verify contact from banks or authorities by independently calling official numbers rather than using contact information provided by callers.
sbs.com.au
· 2026-08-24
Australians lost nearly $187 million to scammers in 2026, with investment scams, romance scams, and identity theft being the most common types, while artificial intelligence is making fraud increasingly difficult to detect. Small and medium businesses are particularly vulnerable, with four in five Australian businesses targeted by scams such as business email compromise and fake invoices, where criminals use AI to impersonate legitimate businesses and trick customers into sending payments to fraudulent accounts. Experts recommend pausing before making payments, independently verifying contact details, and checking suspicious requests to protect against these sophisticated AI-enabled scams.
asic.gov.au
· 2026-08-24
A Federal Court ordered HSBC Bank Australia to pay a $35 million penalty after admitting to significant failures in protecting customers from bank impersonation scams, where fraudsters pose as banks to trick victims into transferring money or revealing personal information. Between January and June 2026, the National Anti-Scam Centre received 5,262 reports of bank impersonation scams resulting in losses of $3.2 million, causing victims devastating financial and emotional harm. ASIC warns that these scams exploit people's trust in their banks and use pressure tactics to force quick action, urging Australians to verify contact through independent sources before sharing money or personal details.
rwcpulse.com
· 2026-08-24
A Redwood City woman thwarted an alleged elder fraud scheme by contacting police instead of complying with scammers posing as AppleCare representatives who instructed her to withdraw cash for a courier pickup. Investigators arrested a 22-year-old man from Fresno after tracking his vehicle using license plate reader technology when he attempted to flee from officers in San Francisco. The suspect was booked on charges including financial elder abuse, attempted grand theft, conspiracy, and fraud, and the victim avoided any financial loss due to her quick action reporting the scam to authorities.
macaupostdaily.com
· 2026-08-24
A local woman lost approximately 1.9 million patacas in a "fake police" scam in which a caller impersonating a mainland immigration officer claimed she was under investigation for sending fraudulent messages and demanded a deposit for bail. A separate incident involved a young local man who was targeted in a pornographic blackmail scam after clicking a malicious link on social media; the scammer demanded 8,000 yuan but the victim refused and reported the case to police.
thesenior.com.au
· 2026-08-24
Cybercriminals are increasingly using AI to conduct convincing superannuation scams in Australia, with Australians losing $22 million to superannuation-related scams in 2025 at an average loss of $88,736 per victim. AI enables scammers to create sophisticated fake websites, messages, and endorsements that appear legitimate, while using personalized panic-inducing messages to pressure targets into quick decisions. Experts recommend pausing before acting on financial requests, verifying through official channels, using strong passwords with multi-factor authentication, and protecting primary email and phone accounts that serve as gateways to financial accounts.
mychesco.com
· 2026-08-23
A 35-year-old man was arrested after scamming an Upper Chichester resident through impersonations of Microsoft, Citizens Bank, and the FBI, threatening arrest for money laundering to extort $40,000. The victim became suspicious and contacted authorities before withdrawing any money, preventing the loss. The suspect, Jian Jian Yu, faces multiple charges including financial exploitation of an older adult, theft, and fraud.
theguardian.com
· 2026-08-23
Criminals are targeting UK homebuyers through "Friday afternoon fraud," a scam where fake emails impersonating solicitors or estate agents trick victims into transferring property deposits to fraudulent bank accounts, with losses ranging from thousands to £300,000 per victim. Between April 2024 and March 2025, 140 conveyancing fraud cases were recorded with an average loss of £78,393, typically occurring at the end of property sales before weekends. The fraud exploits phishing attacks or hacked email accounts to intercept payment instructions during the conveyancing process when homebuyers expect to transfer significant sums.
yahoo.com
· 2026-08-23
Two Indian nationals were arrested in Arkansas during an undercover police sting while attempting to collect $29,500 from an elderly fraud victim as part of a PayPal refund scam. Prashant Gajera and Dharaben Bavadiya, who pleaded guilty and received suspended five-year prison sentences, were functioning as collectors in a scheme that convinces victims money was mistakenly credited to their PayPal accounts and must be returned. The operation coordinated by local police, Homeland Security Investigations, and a scam-baiting group involved handing the suspects a box containing counterfeit currency during a monitored cash pickup.
hoodline.com
· 2026-08-23
A 75-year-old woman recovering from surgery at a San Antonio hospital was allegedly robbed by someone impersonating a credit union employee, with police seeking the public's help to identify the suspect through Crime Stoppers. This incident is part of a larger pattern of elder fraud in San Antonio, where the police department recorded over 330 financial crimes against seniors in 2025, with imposter scams being among the most common tactics. Texas residents over 60 lost $679 million to financial fraud in 2025 across more than 14,400 cases, prompting enhanced legal penalties under state law for crimes targeting elderly victims.
anz.com.au
· 2026-08-23
Between October 2025 and June 2026, ANZ customer scam losses decreased by 24% compared to the previous year, while the bank prevented and recovered over $100 million in scam and fraud-related funds. Despite the reduction, scammers continue to evolve their tactics, with Goods and Services scams, Impersonation, Investment, Romance and Friendship, and Bank Impersonation scams remaining the most common types targeting ANZ customers. ANZ's First Responders team resolved 94% of scam-related calls at first contact and handled nearly 170,000 calls during the period, while over 476,000 payments were abandoned after Confirmation of
nationaltribune.com.au
· 2026-08-23
Between October 2025 and June 2026, ANZ customer scam losses fell by 24 percent while the bank prevented and recovered over $100 million in scam-related funds, demonstrating the effectiveness of their prevention and detection investments. The most common scams affecting ANZ customers were goods and services scams, followed by impersonation, investment, romance, and bank impersonation schemes. ANZ's First Responders team resolved 94 percent of scam-related calls at first contact and processed nearly 170,000 calls during the period.
independent.co.uk
· 2026-08-23
Impersonation scam victims lost an average of £3,516 in the past year, a 10% increase from £3,200 the previous year, according to Lloyds Banking Group data. While overall impersonation scam reports fell 3%, specific types increased, including police impersonation scams where victims were tricked into purchasing gold, with one 85-year-old woman losing £188,000 across eight transactions. Common impersonation scams involve fraudsters posing as banks, police, HMRC, or broadband providers, typically initiating contact via phone, text, email, or social media to pressure victims into transferring money or revealing personal details.
wesh.com
· 2026-08-22
A 74-year-old Volusia County woman lost $8,000 in a social engineering scam where criminals impersonating Wells Fargo bank employees convinced her to withdraw cash and hand it to an Uber courier. The victim's quick thinking in obtaining the driver's tag number led deputies to arrest 25-year-old Amoye Jameison, who admitted to participating in approximately ten similar frauds and keeping a portion of stolen funds. Jameison faces charges of grand theft and organized scheme to defraud, and the victim is expected to recover her money.
dallasexpress.com
· 2026-08-22
Jay Sunilbharthi Goswami, a 21-year-old Indian national, was detained at Toronto Pearson International Airport while attempting to flee to Qatar after being released on pretrial conditions, following his arrest for serving as a courier in an elder fraud scheme. The scheme allegedly targeted nine victims aged 59-87 through fraudulent phone and internet calls impersonating law enforcement, pressuring them to convert assets to cash or gold, resulting in losses totaling approximately $7.56 million. Goswami faces charges of wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering, with each charge carrying a maximum 20-year prison sentence.