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commercialappeal.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, the FTC received over 330,000 reports of business impersonation scams resulting in hundreds of millions in losses, with scammers most frequently impersonating Best Buy/Geek Squad, Amazon, and PayPal. Common tactics include fake alerts about suspicious charges or unauthorized purchases that trick victims into transferring money, buying cryptocurrency, or providing bank access, with losses ranging from thousands to over $124,000 per victim. To protect yourself, avoid responding immediately to unsolicited messages, never use contact information from suspicious messages, and verify requests by contacting companies directly through known legitimate phone numbers or websites.
superhits106.com
· 2025-12-08
The Dubuque Police Department reported a surge in internet-based scams over two months, including Bitcoin ATM scams where victims transfer money via QR codes to scammers' wallets, and pop-up scams falsely claiming computer compromise to trick victims into withdrawing cash for fake bank representatives. Authorities advise the community to be cautious of unsolicited online communications and to trust their instincts when something feels wrong.
cleveland19.com
· 2025-12-08
A Mayfield Heights woman lost nearly $6,000 to a sophisticated phone scam in which fraudsters spoofed a Huntington Bank number, convinced her to withdraw cash and transfer it via Chase Bank ATM, and then coerced her into undressing on FaceTime under the pretense of identity verification. The scammers used panic tactics about fraudulent charges to pressure the victim into moving her money, a common technique that exploits people's fear of losing their accounts. Authorities advise hanging up on unsolicited calls and independently verifying any banking concerns by contacting your bank directly, as legitimate financial institutions will never request personal verification through video call or ask for login credentials.
97x.com
· 2025-12-08
An Ohio woman lost $6,000 in a multi-stage scam that began with a spoofed call impersonating her bank, claiming fraudulent activity required her to transfer funds to a Chase account. The scammers then escalated the scheme by FaceTiming her posing as a bank employee and fraudulently convincing her to undress on camera for a "full body identity verification," causing additional humiliation. The victim was unable to recover her funds, highlighting the importance of verifying bank contacts independently and never sharing personal information or performing unusual actions based on unsolicited calls.
independent.com
· 2025-12-08
Santa Barbara County District Attorney John Savrnoch announced that Chief Investigator Kristina Perkins will become the new host of the weekly "Scam Squad" podcast, which educates the public about fraud schemes targeting seniors, including internet, romance, and telemarketing scams. The podcast, launched in 2017 and produced by Patti Teel, airs on KTMS Newstalk 990 and is available on Apple Podcasts and YouTube, with Chief Perkins available to speak at community events and the District Attorney's Scam Hotline available at 805-568-2442 for reporting fraud.
siliconvalley.com
· 2025-12-08
Five Chinese nationals in California and Nevada conspired with India-based fraudsters to defraud over 2,000 elderly Americans of more than $27 million between 2021 and 2023 using tech support scams, government impersonation, and refund schemes. The defendants lured victims through pop-up ads and unsolicited calls to phony Indian call centers, then used remote access software to gain computer control and convince victims to send cash via wire transfer or express mail to businesses like CVS, which the defendants retrieved using fake IDs before laundering funds through cryptocurrency. Four of the five defendants were arrested during coordinated raids in Nevada and Los Angeles County in connection with the federal in
kwch.com
· 2025-12-08
A Nebraska middle schooler created a scam awareness flyer after his grandmother fell victim to fraud, which the Better Business Bureau expanded into a distribution campaign across senior centers in Nebraska and Kansas. The flyer, "A Senior's Guide to Scam Prevention," includes a QR code to help seniors easily report scams, addressing an issue where the BBB estimates seniors lose billions of dollars annually to fraud. According to 2023 data, adults 65+ reported a median loss of $109 per scam and were increasingly targeted through social media, phone calls, and online classifieds.
cbc.ca
· 2025-12-08
Toronto police arrested 10 people in a year-long investigation into a "SIM swap" fraud scheme that compromised over 1,500 cellular accounts across Canada, resulting in losses exceeding $1 million to victims, telecommunications companies, and financial institutions. The criminals used fraudulent identification and phishing techniques to take over victims' phone numbers, then exploited two-step authentication processes to access banking, email, and social media accounts. Police recommend protecting against SIM swaps by using authentication apps instead of phone-based verification, monitoring for loss of cell service, and limiting personal information shared online.
usatoday.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are impersonating airline customer service agents on social media to target frustrated travelers dealing with flight cancellations and delays, requesting personal information like booking confirmations, phone numbers, and bank account details or directing passengers to fake websites that steal their identity. The FTC warns that cybercriminals have exploited recent crises like the CrowdStrike outage to insert themselves into customer service interactions, with some airlines abandoning social media channels due to the prevalence of fraudulent accounts. Travelers are advised to verify account authenticity through Google searches and watch for common tricks like substituting numbers for letters in official handles.
dailyhodl.com
· 2025-12-08
A Senate investigation found that JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America reimbursed only 2%, 4%, and 24% respectively of scam claims reported on Zelle in 2023, with fraud reimbursement rates dropping from 50% to 38% across the three banks. Customers reported over $372 million in scams and fraud losses on Zelle in 2023, with approximately $270 million—roughly three-quarters of total claims—going unreimbursed. The banks argue that legislation requiring reimbursement of authorized payments is not the solution, contending instead that efforts should focus on stopping criminal activity.
nasdaq.com
· 2025-12-08
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, scammers are increasingly targeting Americans with election-themed donation and identity scams using evolving tactics including robocalls, text messages, social media, voice cloning, and deepfakes. Experts warn that scammers use voter data and advertising information to impersonate political candidates and parties, requesting donations through fake websites and fraudulent communications that sound official and convincing. Americans are advised to remain vigilant and learn to recognize these scams, which aim to steal personal information and money by leveraging election-related topics that are top of mind for voters.
cnn.com
· 2025-12-08
Consumers lost $210 million to payment app fraud in 2023, with losses on bank transfer services reaching $1.9 billion, as scammers increasingly target platforms like Zelle to impersonate legitimate services. Banks rarely reimburse victims, as existing law does not explicitly require reimbursement for authorized transactions induced by fraud, leaving consumers with little recourse. Congressional Democrats introduced legislation to close this loophole and protect consumers defrauded on peer-to-peer payment platforms, though passage faces industry opposition and uncertain prospects in the Republican-controlled House.
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
This article warns students and parents about common back-to-school scams, including fake textbook retailers that either misrepresent products or take payment without delivering, scholarship and student loan scams where criminals impersonate lenders to steal personal and financial information, and tech support scams mimicking school technicians. Security experts note that students, despite being tech-savvy, are vulnerable to these schemes, particularly because they may underestimate the value of their personal information, which can be used for identity theft and credit fraud with long-term consequences.
ireland-live.ie
· 2025-12-08
Lloyds Bank warned football fans of a 32% surge in ticket scams during the 2023/24 Premier League season, with victims losing an average of £177, though some lost over £1,000. The scams typically involve criminals creating fake social media posts or marketplace listings with photos of real tickets, then disappearing after victims transfer payment via bank transfer; people aged 25-34 were most frequently targeted. Lloyds recommends purchasing tickets only from official club channels or authorized resellers and avoiding suspiciously low prices, as fraudsters exploit high-demand events across all major clubs.
gvwire.com
· 2025-12-08
During Fresno's ArtHop event, street vendors operated despite a city ban announced by officials, creating confusion and frustration among vendors and artists who reported scams involving fake permits and fraudulent parking fees. Despite code enforcement presence, city officials issued no citations and stated that voluntary compliance was largely achieved, while vendors expressed anger over poor communication from the city and financial hardship from the prohibition.
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
Premier League ticket fraud against UK customers increased by approximately one-third in the past season, with an estimated 6,000 fans victimized and losses averaging £177 per person, though some victims lost over £1,000. Criminals posted fake tickets on social media platforms—primarily Facebook Marketplace (56%) and X (26%)—targeting young people aged 18-34, particularly fans of Arsenal and Liverpool, using bank transfers to prevent recovery. Authorities recommend fans purchase only through official channels, use credit cards for added protection, and remain skeptical of rushed offers or deals that seem too good to be true.
lehighvalleylive.com
· 2025-12-08
A 57-year-old Emmaus man lost $62,115 in a cryptocurrency investment scam that operated from October 2023 to April 2024. The victim was deceived by a scammer impersonating a legitimate cryptocurrency investor and entrepreneur over a Google Workspace chat, who convinced him to complete multiple bitcoin transactions over seven months. Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office are investigating the case.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, scammers are using evolving tactics to steal personal information and money through election-themed scams, including robocalls, text messages, social media, and fake donation pages that impersonate political candidates and parties. Scammers leverage voter records and advertiser data to target victims with convincing messages, and increasingly use AI-powered voice cloning and deepfake technology to make fraudulent communications appear authentic. Americans should remain vigilant against these tactics, which manifest across multiple platforms and are designed to sound official and convincing.
boothbayregister.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, post-disaster fraud cost Americans over $9.3 billion, with scammers impersonating government, utility, and insurance workers to solicit upfront fees or deposits for promised federal grants, priority repairs, or faster claim processing following hurricanes and wildfires. Legitimate FEMA agents never request payment and carry government-issued photo badges, while victims should verify any offers through established channels before providing money. AARP advises caution with door-to-door solicitations and offers resources through its Fraud Watch Network to help identify and prevent disaster-related scams.
news5cleveland.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers impersonated the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department using the fake name "Lt. Justin Branberry" in phone calls to extract money from residents across multiple states including Ohio, Arizona, and Florida. At least one victim lost $3,000 (her entire Social Security check) to the scheme, which used professional-sounding language, badge numbers, and case numbers to establish false authority; authorities warn that legitimate sheriff's departments contact people in person or by mail, not by phone.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
More countries are establishing dedicated anti-scam centres to combat fraud through international collaboration, with Singapore's police urging every nation to create a direct point of contact for cross-border cooperation. Global scam losses reached an estimated US$1.02 trillion in the latest period, and successful fund recoveries—including a US$40 million business email compromise case and a $370,000 technical support scam recovery—demonstrate the effectiveness of rapid information-sharing and coordinated action among law enforcement agencies. Anti-scam centres enable swift fund tracing, account freezing, and sharing of emerging scam trends to prevent losses before stolen money reaches criminal syndicates.
theguardian.com
· 2025-12-08
Australia's Labor government proposed scam reform legislation requiring banks, telcos, and social media platforms to compensate fraud victims if their systems are inadequate, but consumer advocates and scam victims criticize the plan as too slow and insufficiently holding banks accountable. Critics argue the government has adopted banking industry talking points—particularly the "honey pot" concern that mandatory reimbursements would invite fraudster claims—rather than adopting the UK's stricter model that makes banks primarily responsible for reimbursing victims except in cases of gross negligence. One victim lost over $800,000 to fraud, and reformers contend banks have failed to exercise proper due diligence in preventing mule accounts used by sc
kjct8.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Scammers are exploiting Colorado wildfires by creating fake fundraising appeals for firefighting efforts and personnel. The Boulder Office of Disaster Management warns residents to avoid clicking email links from unverified sources and to research organizations before donating, directing people instead to legitimate charities like Colorado Voluntary Organizations Active, Colorado Baptist Disaster Relief, and Volunteers of America Colorado.
wrat.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article from the Federal Trade Commission outlines common online scams and fraud schemes affecting consumers. Key scams discussed include spoofing (falsifying caller ID to impersonate legitimate organizations), the 809 scam (international callback schemes with high rates), catfishing (creating fake online identities for romance or exploitation scams), cramming (unauthorized small charges on bills), and family emergency scams (targeting grandparents with urgent requests for money). The article advises consumers to hang up on unsolicited callers, verify numbers independently, never share personal information with unknown callers, and be cautious of suspicious requests—noting that while younger adults report romance scams more frequently, older consumers typically lose
freepressjournal.in
· 2025-12-08
Seven professionals in Nashik, India, including a doctor, lost ₹1.21 crore ($145,000 USD equivalent) to a share trading investment scam between March and July 2024. Cybercriminals contacted victims via social media and messaging apps, added them to groups with fake investment content (videos, presentations, testimonials), and promised high returns, with one victim investing ₹50 lakh before realizing the scam when promised refunds never materialized. Police advise avoiding unknown groups and suspicious links, verifying information through official channels only, and contacting cyber authorities immediately if targeted.
sinardaily.my
· 2025-12-08
This is an educational piece on the challenges elderly populations face during Malaysia's transition to cashless payments. Experts recommend that government, media, and businesses provide security guidance and payment flexibility—including cash options, discounts for digital use, and targeted education via social media—to help seniors overcome fears of online fraud and build confidence in e-wallet and digital payment systems within the next 5-10 years.
goldrushcam.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Since May 2024, Monterey County Sheriff's Office received reports of a phone and online fraud scheme targeting senior citizens, resulting in $97,000 in losses across four incidents. Suspects impersonated FTC or bank employees, instructing victims to withdraw cash ($10,000–$40,000) from multiple bank branches and hand it over to couriers who arrived at their homes; on July 16, 2024, 34-year-old Yang Liu of Alhambra, California was arrested when apprehended collecting money from a victim. Authorities advise seniors to hang up on callers claiming to be from financial institutions or law enforcement, verify contact information through official
housingwire.com
· 2025-12-08
Older Americans are increasingly falling victim to elaborate, multi-faceted scams designed to drain retirement savings, with perpetrators impersonating government officials, tech support, or romantic interests while using psychological manipulation to keep victims engaged. One 76-year-old retired lawyer lost $740,000 in just three months, believing he was helping federal authorities protect his funds. Americans over 60 suffered losses exceeding $3.4 billion in 2023, with stolen funds typically moved to overseas accounts or cryptocurrency wallets, making recovery nearly impossible and often compounded by tax penalties on large retirement account withdrawals.
thetottenhamindependent.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Football ticket scams increased by 32% during the 2023/24 Premier League season, with victims losing an average of £177 and some losing over £1,000, according to Lloyds Bank analysis. People aged 25-34 were most vulnerable, and scammers typically created fake social media posts with real ticket images to trick buyers into bank transfers before disappearing. Lloyds recommends purchasing tickets only from official club channels or authorized partners to avoid these frauds.
uk.news.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Lloyds Bank reported a 32% increase in Premier League football ticket scams during the 2023/24 season, with victims losing an average of £177 and some losing over £1,000. People aged 25-34 were most frequently targeted, with fraudsters using fake social media posts featuring real ticket images to trick buyers into bank transfers for non-existent tickets. The bank recommends purchasing tickets only through official club channels or authorized partners to avoid scams.
noozhawk.com
· 2025-12-08
Chief Investigator Kristina Perkins has taken over as host of the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's weekly podcast "Scam Squad," which educates the community about scams targeting elderly residents, including internet, romance, telemarketing, and other fraud schemes. The podcast, which launched in 2017 and airs on KTMS Newstalk 990 and multiple streaming platforms, will continue featuring guests sharing personal fraud experiences and providing guidance on identifying and avoiding scams. Residents can report scams or request community presentations by contacting the District Attorney's Scam Hotline at 805-568-2442.
miragenews.com
· 2025-12-08
Operation Spincaster, a joint AFP and blockchain platform Chainalysis initiative, identified over 2,000 compromised cryptocurrency wallets belonging to Australians and targeted "approval phishing" scams that have stolen more than $4 billion globally since May 2021. This tactic deceives victims into signing malicious blockchain transactions that grant criminals access to drain their crypto wallets, particularly through investment and romance scams. The AFP is conducting ongoing investigations into Australian losses and, alongside multiple law enforcement agencies and cryptocurrency exchanges, is implementing training and intelligence-sharing to detect scams in real time and support victims.
e.vnexpress.net
· 2025-12-08
A romance scam ring in Vietnam lured vulnerable singles through fake dating service pages on social media and Telegram, creating fictitious profiles of compatible partners and then requesting escalating payments ($39-$788 USD and higher) under false pretenses of meeting fees, compatibility assessments, or prize claims. At least three victims—Thao, Hong Hanh, and Pham Trung—lost between 20 million and 90 million Vietnamese dong (approximately $788-$3,550 USD), with scammers using fake versions of legitimate dating service websites and impersonating real companies like Rudicaf to build credibility.
wsbt.com
· 2025-12-08
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel conducted a senior fraud awareness presentation in St. Joseph, educating nearly 70 Southwest Michigan seniors on protecting themselves from increasingly sophisticated scams including spoofing, phishing, romantic scams, and AI-enhanced fraud schemes. Nessel emphasized the importance of verifying sources before making payments, never sharing personal information without fact-checking, and reporting scams to authorities—noting that Michigan seniors lose millions annually to fraud and that reporting helps protect both victims and future potential targets.
thegazette.com
· 2025-12-08
This is an educational advisory from the Better Business Bureau warning consumers about online shopping scams during summer sales season. The article provides seven key prevention tips: research retailers and check BBB.org, watch for phishing emails and texts, scrutinize social media ads and look-alike websites (checking URLs for slight variations), verify website security features like "https," avoid suspiciously underpriced popular items, ensure professional website quality, and always pay with credit cards rather than digital wallets or prepaid cards.
tomsguide.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are impersonating bank employees via spoofed caller IDs, tricking victims into cutting up their debit cards while keeping the chip intact, then sending accomplices to collect the chip and coerce the PIN from victims' homes. Once obtained, the scammers use the chip and PIN to withdraw funds directly from victims' accounts in person, bypassing bank fraud detection systems. The FBI warns that to protect yourself, scrutinize the call quality and professionalism of the caller, ask verification questions, and never comply with requests to damage your debit card—legitimate banks never ask customers to do this.
nbcmiami.com
· 2025-12-08
Criminals are increasingly using Google Voice scams to gain access to victims' accounts by tricking them into sharing multi-factor authentication codes, then making calls and texts that appear to come from the victim's number while remaining anonymous. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, 60% of over 13,000 crimes reported in 2023 involved Google Voice, affecting victims of all ages. The key prevention strategy is to never share multi-factor authentication codes with anyone, and victims can disconnect their number from a compromised account through Google Voice's account recovery tools.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Uttarakhand's state cyber police revised its operating procedures due to a surge in online trading fraud cases, which increased from 38 cases last year to 50 in the first six months of this year. Cases exceeding Rs 20 lakh will now be handled by state cyber police in Dehradun, while smaller cases go to district units; one architect from Mussoorie lost Rs 3 crore after scammers contacted her on social media, promised investment returns, and prevented fund withdrawals. Police emphasize the need for public vigilance against such schemes that lure victims with promised returns before disappearing with their money.
earlytimes.in
· 2025-12-08
**Not applicable for elder fraud database.** This article concerns alleged financial irregularities and misappropriation of funds within India's Congress party during the 2023 Bharat Jodo Yatra political event. While it involves fraud allegations, it does not relate to elder abuse, elder fraud, or scams targeting seniors and therefore falls outside the scope of Elderus research materials.
hayspost.com
· 2025-12-08
A social media scam targets young adults with unsolicited messages from fake "artists" offering thousands of dollars to use their photos. The scammer sends a fraudulent check, instructs the victim to deposit it and wire back money for supposed "supplies," but the check ultimately fails and leaves the victim owing the bank. The FTC advises only depositing checks from known, trusted sources and reporting suspicious activity to ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
wsbt.com
· 2025-12-08
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel conducted an educational presentation for approximately 70 seniors in Southwest Michigan to raise awareness about common scams targeting older adults, including romantic scams, spoofing, phishing, and AI-enhanced fraud schemes. Nessel advised seniors to verify sources before making payments, never share personal information without confirming facts, and report suspected scams to authorities so others can be warned, noting that Michigan seniors lose millions annually to fraud. The event was organized by the Area Agency on Aging in St. Joseph to help seniors protect themselves and maintain their independence and dignity.
vietnamnet.vn
· 2025-12-08
Online fraud remains widespread, with scammers exploiting social media, e-commerce platforms, and OTT applications through five primary tactics: fake money recovery services, counterfeit miracle medications, labor export/visa scams, copyright extortion schemes, and fraudulent e-commerce alerts. Recent cases include a woman in Thanh Hoa losing additional funds to a fake recovery service and 10 victims collectively defrauded of over 747 million VND in overseas work scams. Prevention strategies include verifying service legitimacy through official channels, avoiding sharing personal information with unverified contacts, consulting certified healthcare professionals, and reporting suspected fraud to law enforcement.
atlantablackstar.com
· 2025-12-08
Rebecca Adami from North Carolina lost $60,000 in an employment scam where a romantic interest connected her with a fake recruiter offering a charity finance position. The scammer obtained her banking information, made fraudulent charges on her credit cards, deposited bad checks in her name totaling $67,000, and reversed legitimate payments to trap her in debt. Employment scams surged 118% in 2023, with the FTC reporting $367 million in consumer losses in 2022, and the agency recommends verifying employers independently and never providing financial information or prepaying for legitimate job positions.
wibx950.com
· 2025-12-08
**Police Impersonation Scam - Central New York**
Scammers are impersonating Oneida County Sheriff's deputies and calling residents claiming they have outstanding court proceedings and demanding payment, threatening arrest if victims don't comply. The Oneida County Sheriff's Office warns residents never to provide personal information (SSN, birthday, bank details, etc.) over the phone to unidentified callers and advises hanging up and calling the Sheriff's Office directly to verify any such claims.
cryptonews.com.au
· 2025-12-08
The Australian Federal Police identified over 2,000 compromised Australian crypto wallets as part of Operation Spincaster, an international anti-scam initiative involving law enforcement from six countries and blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. Victims fell prey to "approval phishing" scams, where scammers trick wallet owners into signing malicious transactions that grant access to their cryptocurrency assets; globally, this tactic has resulted in over AU$4 billion in losses since 2021. The operation focuses on loss prevention through early identification of compromised wallets and collaboration between law enforcement and crypto exchanges, as prosecuting overseas scammers and recovering stolen funds is extremely difficult.
crypto.news
· 2025-12-08
The Australian Federal Police partnered with Chainalysis and major cryptocurrency exchanges to identify over 2,000 compromised crypto wallets belonging to Australians as part of "Operation Spincaster," targeting criminals using "approval phishing"—a fraud tactic where scammers trick victims into authorizing transactions that grant wallet control. Since May 2021, bad actors have stolen more than $4 billion in cryptocurrency through approval phishing attacks, often deployed in investment and romance scams, with the collaboration helping prevent further losses among identified victims.
cointelegraph.com
· 2025-12-08
The Australian Federal Police is investigating cryptocurrency phishing scams affecting at least 2,000 Australian crypto wallets, with victims losing approximately $4 billion since May 2021 through "approval phishing" tactics that trick users into signing malicious transactions. These scams commonly appear as fraudulent investment schemes or romance scams (pig-butchering scams) promising high returns, and authorities are collaborating with blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis and major cryptocurrency exchanges to educate the public and prevent further losses.
bankingjournal.aba.com
· 2025-12-08
Fraud cases are surging across financial institutions, with Kennebec Savings Bank in Maine tripling its fraud cases between 2021 and 2023 and preventing over $430,000 in losses in 2023 alone. Scammers increasingly use sophisticated social engineering tactics—including impersonation, phone number spoofing, and AI-generated content—to manipulate victims into voluntarily transferring funds, making it difficult for banks to prevent losses even with strong security measures. The FTC reported a 14% increase in fraud losses in 2023, with imposter scams accounting for nearly $2.7 billion of the over $10 billion in total annual frau
thelocal.ch
· 2025-12-08
This article does not contain information relevant to the Elderus database. The content discusses general travel advisories for tourists visiting Switzerland from the US, UK, and France, covering topics such as cultural norms, healthcare, altitude sickness, petty theft warnings, and local laws. It does not address elder fraud, scams, elder abuse, or financial exploitation of seniors.
journalpatriot.com
· 2025-12-08
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