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asiaone.com
· 2025-12-08
A 73-year-old woman in Singapore lost $197,000 to a technical support scam after clicking a pop-up prompting her to contact "Microsoft," which led scammers to impersonate a Singapore Police Force cybercrime officer and gain access to her bank accounts via screen-sharing software. Singapore and Hong Kong police collaborated to successfully recover the full amount from a Hong Kong-based bank account. The police advised the public to use protective apps like ScamShield, verify suspicious contacts through official sources, and immediately report fraudulent transactions to banks and authorities.
ktvz.com
· 2025-12-08
The Oregon Department of Human Services' Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program is offering free help during Medicare Open Enrollment (October 29 - December 7, 2025) to assist beneficiaries in comparing and changing plans, understanding new 2025 Medicare benefits like lower drug cost maximums ($2,000) and expanded coverage for weight loss drugs and mental health services, and detecting Medicare scams. SHIBA certified counselors provide assistance via phone (800-722-4134), virtual, and in-person appointments and can help report common scams that target seniors seeking free medical equipment or genetic testing by attempting to obtain Medicare numbers for billing fraud.
cointelegraph.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are targeting Ledger cryptocurrency wallet users with phishing emails falsely claiming that activating a "Ledger Clear Signing" feature is mandatory by October 31 to continue using their devices, with the malicious links directing users to fake websites to steal their login credentials and crypto assets. In September alone, phishing attacks stole approximately $46 million from about 10,800 victims, with the largest single attack draining $32.4 million in digital assets. Ledger's CTO emphasized that the company will never ask users to share account details or seed phrases, and users should avoid clicking suspicious links or providing personal information to unknown sources.
dallasinnovates.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, seniors over 60 lost $3.4 billion to internet crimes, prompting AT&T to launch a cybersecurity initiative in Dallas during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The company assembled approximately 2,500 technology kits containing educational materials on digital safety, scam awareness, and password management, distributed through nonprofits and AARP's Older Adults Technology Services. AT&T has invested $5 billion since 2021 to bridge the digital divide and enhance digital literacy for vulnerable older adults through online resources and community partnerships.
patch.com
· 2025-12-08
Mission Viejo Police Services hosted a free educational workshop on October 24, 2024, featuring an Orange County Sheriff's Department investigator who presented information about fraud and scams commonly targeting seniors. The presentation took place at the Norman P. Murray Center and was open to all Mission Viejo residents seeking to learn about fraud prevention.
news5cleveland.com
· 2025-12-08
A senior citizen from Berea, Ohio lost nearly $20,000 to a tech support scam after clicking on a fake Microsoft popup warning. The scammer gained remote access to her computer, then convinced her to withdraw cash from two PNC Bank locations and convert it to Bitcoin at a gas station ATM while staying on the phone with her throughout the process. The Federal Trade Commission advises never calling numbers on popups, shutting down your computer immediately, and reporting such scams to help investigate these widespread criminal networks.
beincrypto.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police arrested 27 perpetrators (21 men and 6 women, mostly university graduates in digital media) operating a sophisticated romance scam that defrauded approximately $46 million from men across Asia between October 2023 and September 2024. The scammers used deepfake AI technology to create fake female personas who engaged victims in romantic conversations, building trust before convincing them to invest in fraudulent cryptocurrency platforms from which funds could not be withdrawn. This case exemplifies the growing trend of AI-enabled romance scams (also called "pig-butchering" schemes), which have caused over $75 billion in global losses since 2020, with deepfake-specific sc
crypto.news
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police arrested 27 people involved in a sophisticated romance scam that defrauded victims from multiple countries of $46 million between October 2023 and the investigation's conclusion. The syndicate used AI-generated photos and deepfake technology to pose as attractive women in online relationships, convincing victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency platforms while showing fabricated transaction records and discussing false future plans. The operation was highly organized with specialized roles in scamming, technical support, and accounting, with individual fraudsters earning tens of thousands of dollars monthly.
firstpost.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police dismantled a deepfake romance scam that defrauded victims across multiple countries of $46 million, arresting 27 suspects including college graduates who used AI-generated images of attractive women to build romantic relationships with victims before luring them into fraudulent cryptocurrency investments. The organized syndicate operated from an industrial unit in Hong Kong for approximately one year, using a detailed manual to manipulate victims' emotions and present fake profit records until victims discovered they could not withdraw funds. Police recovered over 100 cell phones, $26,000 in cash, and luxury watches during the raid, with the investigation ongoing.
decrypt.co
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police dismantled a deepfake romance scam that defrauded victims across Hong Kong, Singapore, and mainland China of approximately $46 million between October 2023 and the investigation's conclusion. The multinational fraud syndicate used AI-generated images and deepfake technology to pose as women in online relationships, eventually convincing victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency platforms with falsified transaction records showing profits, then preventing withdrawals. Authorities arrested 27 individuals, including university graduates and suspected triad members, who operated specialized roles in the scheme and earned tens of thousands of Hong Kong dollars monthly.
cnn.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police arrested 27 members of a sophisticated romance scam ring that used deepfake AI technology to defraud victims across Asia of more than $46 million. The well-organized gang, composed of young university graduates, posed as attractive women to lure victims into fake romantic relationships, then coerced them to invest in a bogus cryptocurrency platform, using a detailed training manual to manipulate victims' emotions and trust. The scam operated for approximately one year before police raids in August recovered over 100 cell phones, nearly $26,000 in cash, and luxury watches.
wfsb.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers in Connecticut impersonated the Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging to target grieving seniors, using the agency's trusted name to pressure victims into revealing credit card information for fake funeral and burial contracts. The fraudsters identified vulnerable seniors by monitoring obituaries and exploiting their recent losses. Officials warn that legitimate organizations will never pressure callers for immediate payment and encourage seniors to report such scams to the national elder fraud hotline at 833-FRAUD-11.
ibtimes.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Juan Velez, a 35-year-old former Citibank personal banker, was sentenced to six months in jail (with five years probation) for stealing $166,000 from a 79-year-old client with dementia over a one-year period; Velez used the stolen funds to pay off credit cards and purchase a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, which he was ordered to surrender along with making restitution. The case underscores the vulnerability of elderly individuals with cognitive decline to financial exploitation by trusted financial professionals who have access to their accounts.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
William Jack Berg, a 52-year-old from Waukee, Iowa, was sentenced to nine years in federal prison for defrauding approximately 17 victims over eight years by posing as a financial advisor and convincing them to invest in two companies he created and controlled (W. Holdings of Iowa and Excel Performance Management), using fabricated investment documents and statements. Berg used the victims' money for personal expenses and attempted to destroy evidence after learning of his federal indictment; he was ordered to pay over $1.6 million in restitution and serve three years of supervised release following his prison term.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Carlton Rembert, 70, was sentenced to 66 months in prison for his role in a guardianship fraud scheme that stole over $1 million from at least 120 incapacitated elderly people in Pennsylvania between 2012 and 2018. Working with his sister Gloria Byars, a court-appointed guardian, and co-conspirator Alesha Mitchell, Rembert deposited over $695,000 in fraudulent checks into shell company accounts and spent the stolen funds on personal expenses including vacations and vehicles. Rembert was ordered to pay $534,335 in restitution to victims.
phillyvoice.com
· 2025-12-08
Carlton Rembert, 70, was sentenced to 5½ years in prison for conspiring with his sister Gloria Byars to defraud at least 120 incapacitated elderly wards in eastern Pennsylvania of over $1 million between 2012 and 2018. Byars, exploiting her position as court-appointed guardian, wrote unauthorized checks to shell companies controlled by the conspirators, which Rembert then deposited and withdrew in cash for personal spending on vacations, vehicles, and luxury items. Rembert was ordered to pay $534,335 in restitution to victims and will serve five years of supervised release following his prison term.
ibtimes.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police arrested 27 individuals, primarily tech and digital media graduates aged 21-34, for operating a sophisticated deepfake romance scam that defrauded victims across Asia of over $46 million. The organized criminal ring used AI-generated deepfake personas of attractive women to initiate romantic relationships with male victims in Singapore, India, Taiwan, and elsewhere, then manipulated them into investing in fake cryptocurrency platforms through a structured operation with training manuals and specialized departments. The scam operated for approximately one year before law enforcement dismantled the operation in a raid that seized over 100 cell phones, nearly $26,000 in cash, and luxury watches.
fox61.com
· 2025-12-08
Tolulope Samuel Bodunde, a 33-year-old Nigerian citizen, was sentenced to two years in prison for participating in a multi-country business email compromise scheme that defrauded multiple victims including Connecticut, Colorado, Alaska, and New York-based companies. Bodunde specifically exploited elderly women through romance scams to serve as unwitting money mules and was ordered to pay $494,939 in restitution to three victims. The criminal network, led by co-conspirator Okechuckwu Valentine Osuji, operated over several years by impersonating legitimate entities in electronic communications to trick victims into transferring money to accounts controlled by the conspirators.
securitybrief.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Bitdefender launched Scam Copilot, an AI-powered platform designed to detect and prevent online scams across multiple communication channels and devices. The platform addresses a critical need—the Global Anti-Scam Alliance reported over $1 trillion in global scam losses in 2023, with 78% of surveyed individuals experiencing at least one scam—by offering real-time monitoring, geo-specific alerts, and tailored protections for vulnerable populations including seniors. Scam Copilot integrates AI and threat intelligence to counter increasingly sophisticated scams, including text message and phishing attacks enhanced by Large Language Models, and is now available in Bitdefender's Ultimate and Premium Security packages
marketrealist.com
· 2025-12-08
A vigilant bank teller in Australia prevented a 70-year-old woman from losing millions in a dating scam by asking probing questions about her decision to sell her home, ultimately discovering the woman was being manipulated by an online boyfriend who claimed to need money for overseas prison bail—a classic romance scam tactic that was confirmed through a reverse image search. The article also describes a similar incident where a Scottish postal employee protected an elderly woman from a bank impersonation scam, highlighting how alert employees can serve as critical safeguards against fraud that cost consumers approximately $8.8 billion in 2022.
wktv.com
· 2025-12-08
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americanbanker.com
· 2025-12-08
This article discusses how banks can better protect senior customers from financial scams while maintaining efficient service. It explains that elder fraud differs from traditional fraud because victims willingly initiate transactions, making detection difficult, and recommends that banks implement targeted intervention strategies—such as requiring personal conversations with fraud specialists when suspicious transactions are detected—rather than generic alerts, while also leveraging data analytics and technology to identify and stop scams before completion.
indiatvnews.com
· 2025-12-08
A surge in online scams targeting senior citizens has resulted in significant financial losses, exemplified by a woman in her 60s from Noida who lost Rs 50,000 after a caller impersonated a client of her husband and convinced her to transfer funds under false pretenses. Scammers exploit urgency, false familiarity, and social engineering across multiple channels including phone calls, phishing messages, fake e-commerce sites, and investment schemes. To protect themselves, seniors should verify caller identities through official channels, never share OTPs or passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and report suspicious activities immediately to their bank or cybercrime authorities.
patch.com
· 2025-12-08
An 82-year-old Woodland Park resident lost $432,000 to a door-to-door home improvement scam perpetrated by Abba Cohen, 42, of Queens, who collected payment for services never rendered. Cohen was arrested on October 15 and faces second-degree charges including conspiracy to commit theft by deception, receiving stolen property, and money laundering. Authorities are seeking additional victims or information about similar incidents involving Cohen.
tricountynews.com
· 2025-12-08
This is an announcement for an educational webinar on financial scams targeting older adults, not a news article about a specific fraud incident. The webinar, presented by Catholic United Financial on October 24, aims to help seniors and their families identify and avoid common scams. According to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, losses to people over 60 exceeded $3.4 billion in the previous year, representing an 11 percent increase from the prior year, demonstrating the growing sophistication and prevalence of schemes targeting this demographic.
thedickinsonpress.com
· 2025-12-08
AARP warns of a significant rise in Medicare fraud during the 2024 open enrollment period (October 15 - December 7), with the FTC reporting a 30% increase in scams during this time. Fraudsters impersonate insurance representatives and Medicare officials via unsolicited calls, phishing emails, and fake websites to steal personal information, with older adults losing approximately $121 million to such schemes in 2021 alone. AARP recommends protecting yourself by verifying identities directly with Medicare, never sharing personal information unsolicited, and reporting suspicious activity to the AARP Fraud Watch Network or FTC.
thebullamarillo.com
· 2025-12-08
Randall County authorities warned residents of Amarillo and Canyon about a impersonation scam where criminals pose as Randall County Sheriff's Office employees, including Sheriff Christopher Forbis, and call victims demanding $3,000 to resolve alleged federal warrants. The Randall County Sheriff's Office clarified that legitimate law enforcement will never contact residents by phone requesting money to resolve warrants, and advised potential victims to hang up and contact the sheriff's office directly at 806-468-5800 if they receive such calls.
mychesco.com
· 2025-12-08
Carlton Rembert, age 70, was sentenced to 66 months in prison for his role in a guardianship fraud scheme that exploited over 100 incapacitated elderly individuals between 2012 and 2018, resulting in losses exceeding $1 million. Working with court-appointed guardian Gloria Byars and accomplice Alesha Mitchell, Rembert deposited over $695,000 in stolen funds into shell company accounts and distributed the money among conspirators while disguising the thefts as medical expenses. Rembert was ordered to pay $534,335 in restitution and five years of supervised release following his conviction.
nola.com
· 2025-12-08
AARP of Louisiana presented "Unmasking Fraud," an educational event featuring AARP Fraud Ambassador Paul Greenwood, who shared fraud prevention strategies and resources aimed at protecting Louisiana residents from elder abuse and scams. The event focused on key approaches to help seniors recognize and defend against fraudulent schemes.
addisonindependent.com
· 2025-12-08
The Internal Revenue Service warns that scammers are increasingly targeting seniors by impersonating government officials (IRS, Social Security Administration, Medicare) and other trusted entities to steal personal information and money through phone calls, emails, and text messages. These fraudsters use tactics including caller ID spoofing, fabricated urgent scenarios (false tax debts or refunds), threats of arrest or deportation, and demands for immediate payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. The IRS advises recipients of unexpected calls claiming to be from the agency to hang up immediately and contact IRS customer service directly at 800-829-1040 to verify any legitimate tax issues.
waow.com
· 2025-12-08
Northcentral Technical College partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Justice to educate elderly community members about common scams and fraud prevention techniques. The program highlighted romance/love scams as a primary threat, where scammers develop fake relationships with seniors over the phone to extract money, noting that victims in the area have lost homes and life savings to such schemes.
wusa9.com
· 2025-12-08
An 81-year-old woman in Washington, D.C. lost approximately $109,000 in a government impersonation scam after receiving a phone call claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. The scammer sent fraudulent documents (including a fake "U.S. Supreme Court" certificate with numerous grammatical errors) and text instructions directing her to transfer funds and mail cash to multiple accounts. This case illustrates a growing trend: the FBI reported elder fraud targeting those 60 and older exceeded $3.4 billion in losses last year, a significant increase from 2022, and authorities advise that legitimate government agencies contact people by mail only, never by phone, email
cupe.ca
· 2025-12-08
Canada's Public Pension Investment Board lost over $500 million on investments in Orpea, a major European for-profit long-term care company that collapsed amid allegations of systemic elder abuse, financial mismanagement, fraud, and embezzlement by executives (including a former CEO and CFO who were jailed). Despite holding two board seats, the CPPIB failed to prevent or address the criminal conduct affecting vulnerable residents and ultimately impacting the retirement savings of 22 million Canadian workers. The report and subsequent recommendations advocate for prohibiting pension funds from investing in for-profit long-term care and returning such facilities to public sector control.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI operates the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) website to help the public report cybercrime, receiving over 880,000 complaints in 2023 with estimated losses exceeding $12.5 billion. Seniors are particularly vulnerable to scams including investment fraud, ransomware, phishing, and tech support schemes, with nearly 60 percent of call center scam losses coming from people over 60, and Americans over 60 losing over $1.1 billion to cryptocurrency scammers alone. The FBI emphasizes prevention through awareness and due diligence rather than investigation alone, and successfully prosecuted a tech support scam ring originating from an IC3 complaint that affected over
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Jose Alejandro Zuñiga Cano, a Peruvian national, was sentenced to 98 months in prison and ordered to pay nearly $700,000 in restitution for operating a call center that defrauded over 1,100 Spanish-speaking U.S. consumers, primarily recent immigrants. The scheme involved falsely promising free products, then threatening victims with arrest and immigration consequences to extort payments, and re-victimizing many through a fake restitution recovery scam. This conviction is part of a larger $15 million transnational fraud operation involving 12 defendants.
michigan.gov
· 2025-12-08
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed a lawsuit against Donald Peltier of Massachusetts for operating fraudulent political websites using names like "democraticnationalcommittee.co" and "republicannationalcommittee.org" to solicit donations from the public. The case highlights the need for donors to verify organizations through the Federal Election Commission database, avoid unsolicited fundraising requests, and be especially cautious of scams targeting seniors.
sjgov.org
· 2025-12-08
This article describes San Joaquin County's District Attorney's office and its 175-year commitment to public safety under the leadership of Ronald J. Freitas, the 42nd District Attorney. The office maintains a zero-tolerance approach to prosecution and has established a Family Justice Center—a collaborative service delivery model that provides comprehensive support to victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, elder abuse, child abuse, and stalking under one roof. The center aims to help affected individuals and families feel safe and supported while navigating the help-seeking process and rebuilding their lives.
courant.com
· 2025-12-08
Tolulope Samuel Bodunde, a 33-year-old Nigerian citizen living in New Jersey, was sentenced to two years in prison for participating in an international internet fraud scheme that targeted multiple victims across the United States and abroad, including elderly women through romance scams. The conspiracy used money mules to funnel fraudulent proceeds through bank accounts, defrauding businesses and individuals by posing as legitimate recipients; Bodunde was ordered to pay $494,939 in restitution to three victims.
forbes.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is a promotional piece about digital identity solutions for elderly care, not a scam or fraud incident. It discusses how AI-powered identity verification systems can help protect seniors from identity theft and fraud while improving access to healthcare and financial services, and highlights successful implementations of such technologies in elderly care settings.
kpel965.com
· 2025-12-08
Texas residents over age 50 are nearly six times more likely to be targeted by scams, with older Americans losing approximately $3 billion to fraud between 2019-2020, primarily through identity theft and phone/text schemes. Scammers target seniors because they hold 85% of the nation's wealth, have higher credit limits, and tend to be more trusting, with nearly 60% of elder financial exploitation committed by their own adult children. Experts recommend that family members educate older relatives about current scams, encourage reporting of attempts, and contact local law enforcement if victimized.
toronto.ctvnews.ca
· 2025-12-08
A Toronto senior lost $27,000 to a roofing scam but received assistance from a Good Samaritan company that provided a new roof to repair the damage caused by the fraudulent contractor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of seniors to home repair scams and the importance of community support in helping victims recover from financial exploitation.
cp24.com
· 2025-12-08
A Toronto senior was defrauded by door-to-door roofers who charged her $27,000 for shoddy work, initially quoting $7,000 then demanding an additional $20,000 after removing shingles and leaving the roof in worse condition. After her story aired on CTV News Toronto, over 10 roofing companies offered assistance, and Roofing Repairs Dun-Rite Inc. donated labor, materials, and supplies to provide her with a complete new roof. The Better Business Bureau advises consumers to obtain written contracts, get three quotes, verify licenses and insurance, avoid high-pressure tactics, and use accredited businesses to protect against home
nypost.com
· 2025-12-08
A California elderly man was defrauded of $25,000 by scammers using AI voice technology to impersonate his son, claiming he had caused a car accident and needed bail money; after an initial call from the AI-generated voice, follow-up calls from supposed lawyers named "Michael Roberts" and "Mark Cohen" pressured him to make two separate bank withdrawals totaling $25,000, which he handed to Uber drivers before discovering the fraud. The scam exploited the victim's emotional distress and the speed of the scheme to prevent him from verifying his son's actual situation, highlighting how advanced AI technology and social engineering are making fraud increasingly difficult for seniors to detect.
heritagefl.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines six common scams targeting seniors in Central Florida: check tampering, voice printing/deepfakes, celebrity impersonation on social media, grandparent scams, sweepstakes fraud, and good Samaritan email scams. The piece advises seniors and families to contact the Orlando Senior Help Desk (407-678-9363) to verify suspicious communications and identify potential fraud attempts.
ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission's 2023-2024 report on protecting older adults reveals that seniors reported losing over $1.9 billion to fraud in 2023, though the actual total is estimated at $61.5 billion when accounting for unreported cases. Older adults face disproportionate vulnerability to investment scams ($538 million in losses), tech support scams (5x more likely than younger adults), and romance scams, with cryptocurrency and bank transfers being the most costly payment methods used by fraudsters. The FTC's Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group, created under the Stop Senior Scams Act, has implemented consumer education programs and developed industry training guidance to combat these
consumer.ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
The FTC released its annual Congressional report on efforts to protect older adults, highlighting new scam trends, enforcement cases, and updates from the Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group formed in 2022. The Advisory Group's four committees developed training principles for employees, reviewed scam prevention research, created communication guidelines for organizations reaching older adults, and explored technological tools to disrupt scams. Resources from this collaborative work involving government agencies, consumer advocates, and industry representatives are available at ftc.gov/olderadults.
news.sky.com
· 2025-12-08
A Thai teenager named Poom-Jai was lured to Cambodia under false employment promises and forced to work in a "fraud factory" conducting "pig butcher" romance scams, where he manipulated lonely victims into investing money in fraudulent schemes before stealing it all. Across Southeast Asia, an estimated 300,000 scammers operating in heavily guarded compounds controlled by Chinese mafia have stolen at least £34 billion worldwide, with workers often trafficked, tortured, and imprisoned when they fail to meet targets or attempt escape. Poom-Jai eventually suffered beatings with electric batons when accused of theft and attempted a desperate escape from the compound.
coosavalleynews.com
· 2025-12-08
Tessa Cheyanne Hughes, 29, of Lindale was arrested for repeatedly using an elder disabled man's bank card without permission between August 1-9. She faces charges of financial transaction card fraud, exploitation of an elderly/disabled person, and probation violation for the unauthorized transactions made for personal gain.
atlantablackstar.com
· 2025-12-08
An 81-year-old Washington grandmother lost $109,000 to a phone scammer who impersonated a Social Security Administration agent and used a fake Supreme Court document to create urgency about bank fraud. The victim transferred funds to shell companies (Yongri Trading Inc. and Shengya WS Inc.) and mailed $15,000 in cash based on the scammer's instructions, while her bank stated it followed proper protocols during the fraudulent transactions.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission reported that seniors aged 60 and over lost $1.9 billion to fraud in 2023, with the actual figure likely higher due to underreporting. Older adults were disproportionately targeted by tech support scams, prize/lottery scams, and impersonation fraud, while the number of seniors reporting losses exceeding $100,000 has tripled since 2020. The FTC's Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group released recommendations across four areas—employee training, research, consumer education, and technology—to help prevent fraud targeting this vulnerable population.