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mypunepulse.com
· 2025-12-08
A 54-year-old resident of Thane, Maharashtra lost ₹59 lakh in a cyber fraud scheme where scammers impersonating Customs and CBI officials threatened him with allegations of drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering between November 26 and December 2. The victim was coerced into transferring funds to accounts provided by the fraudsters before realizing the deception and reporting it to police, who filed cases under IPC sections 318(4) and 319(2) as well as IT Act provisions.
losaltosonline.com
· 2025-12-08
Door-to-door contractor Adam Waldrop, 23, was arrested and charged with eight felony counts and one misdemeanor for allegedly scamming at least two Los Altos elderly women out of a combined $4,750 for roofing and garage-door repairs he never performed in February and March 2024. Waldrop, who used at least 13 aliases including Billy Thomas Wilson, also faces additional warrants in Merced and Oregon, and police suspect he is connected to scams in other states.
thebuglenewspaper.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Twelve years ago, Lynne Strong's travel debit card was cloned, likely at a restaurant or taxi, resulting in systematic unauthorized ATM withdrawals and daily shopping charges that her bank failed to detect for nearly a month. Her bank eventually reimbursed the fraudulent transactions but processed them individually, creating a tedious reconciliation process, and offered only a $400 credit and apology. The article highlights five common scams targeting Australians—investment fraud, phishing attacks, romance scams, remote access scams, and lottery scams—providing protective strategies for each, and emphasizes that Australians lost over $2.74 billion to scams in 2023 alone
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Ernakulam police arrested a Malappuram resident facilitating a multi-level cyber fraud network operating from the UAE and Cambodia, which defrauded victims of over Rs 80 lakh through fake share trading schemes and "digital arrest" scams. The accused used local "mule accounts" held by young college students to launder stolen money, receiving commissions of Rs 1,500 per lakh transferred, while the kingpin—identified as a Keralite based in Dubai—directed operations remotely with assistance from other handlers. The investigation also uncovered a separate "digital arrest" fraud where an 85-year-old lost Rs 17 lakh after being threatened by scamm
breitbart.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers impersonating actor Johnny Depp on social media have defrauded elderly Americans of millions of dollars through a "pig butchering" scheme, according to 197 FTC complaints targeting primarily victims in their 60s and older. The fraudsters, who often pose as Depp or his manager, manipulate victims through false promises of romance, investment opportunities, or financial assistance, extracting funds via cryptocurrency, wire transfers, and gift cards, with documented losses ranging from $1,700 to $350,000 per victim. The scams employ sophisticated social engineering tactics including deepfake images and instructions to keep communications secret, with particularly vulnerable elderly victims—including those with
mycouriertribune.com
· 2025-12-08
This article provides senior fraud prevention advice from writer Matilda Charles, recommending several steps for older adults to protect themselves from scams in 2025. The piece emphasizes proactive measures seniors can take to avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes, though specific recommendations are not detailed in the provided excerpt.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Brett Barber, a 45-year-old Costa Mesa man, was sentenced to 181 months in federal prison for operating two fraudulent real estate investment schemes that raised over $17 million from investors, including several elderly victims, between May 2019 and October 2021. Barber falsely promised guaranteed returns of 8-10% on house-flipping projects that did not exist, using investor funds instead to pay himself (approximately $2.9 million), co-conspirators, and earlier investors, with estimated losses of at least $7 million. He pleaded guilty to two counts of wire fraud and one count of criminal contempt, with a restitution hearing
consumerfinance.gov
· 2025-12-08
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) launched a rulemaking initiative to address how credit reporting harms survivors of domestic violence and elder abuse who were coerced into taking on debt by their abusers. Studies show that nearly three-quarters of domestic violence survivors remain in abusive relationships partly due to coerced debt, with women of color experiencing nearly double the average debt burden; when survivors successfully remove coerced debts from their reports, approximately one-third see credit score improvements of 20 points or more. The CFPB is seeking public input on potential amendments to fair credit reporting regulations to better protect abuse survivors and help them rebuild their financial lives.
bostonherald.com
· 2025-12-08
This article argues that elder financial exploitation by family members is an underrecognized and unsupported form of caregiving, with only 1 in 44 cases receiving formal system services despite $28.3 billion lost annually to such abuse (72% from family and friends). The author contends that while illness-related caregiving receives policy support and tax credits, there are no comparable protections or recognition for family members who intervene in financial abuse cases, leaving caregivers to bear significant emotional, financial, and time costs without assistance or reward.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams are particularly devastating for elderly individuals, who are targeted due to perceived wealth, lower technology literacy, and cognitive vulnerabilities including mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Scammers establish fake romantic relationships with lonely older adults, build emotional bonds, and then extract money through fabricated emergencies; victims often continue sending money even when confronted with evidence of deception, similar to cult indoctrination patterns. The case of 79-year-old Alfred illustrates the severity: he lost nearly all his savings to a scammer posing as "Alexa Bliss" and was on the verge of selling his house before his son intervened.
fraservalleytoday.ca
· 2025-12-08
A Mission senior lost over $1,200 in late November after receiving a phone call from a scammer claiming he had won a car and needed to pay a processing fee via Apple gift cards. Mission RCMP warns the public, particularly seniors, to verify unsolicited offers with trusted friends and family, and to recognize that requests for payment through gift cards are always fraudulent.
outlooknewspapers.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines why seniors are targeted by financial scammers—they typically have substantial liquid assets, low credit card debt, and high credit scores that fraudsters exploit to open unauthorized accounts. The piece identifies common scam types (impersonation, grandparent scams, health fraud, disaster relief scams, and delivery scams) and warning signs (demands for untraceable payments via gift cards or wire transfers, urgent threats, and requests for personal information), then provides protective measures including never sharing login credentials, avoiding suspicious links, using strong passwords, and being cautious about unsolicited calls and messages.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Online stock trading and investment scams in Odisha increased dramatically, with victims rising from 105 in 2022 to 18,994 in 2023, and 40,270 cases reported through November 2024. Scammers typically contact victims via WhatsApp and Telegram with promises of quick profits, initially providing fake returns to build trust before soliciting larger investments. Experts attribute the surge to victims' greed for quick gains, lack of digital literacy, and insufficient knowledge of cyber security risks.
paymentsjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Treasury Department's Corporate Transparency Act, effective January 1, 2024, requires over 30 million small businesses and corporations to report beneficial ownership information to prevent criminals from using anonymous business entities for fraud and money laundering. Previously, LLC owners could remain hidden behind statutory agents, allowing bad actors to obscure illicit activities; the new rules close this loophole and enable financial institutions to conduct more thorough risk assessments. Businesses that fail to file face civil penalties up to $591 per day and owners risk criminal penalties up to $10,000 and two years in prison, though the Treasury Department offers a 90-day grace period for correcting errors.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 67-year-old woman and her two daughters in Hyderabad were held under fake "digital arrest" via Skype for 17 days by fraudsters impersonating TRAI, CBI, and RBI officials, who coerced the woman into transferring 5.5 crore rupees through false claims of money laundering involvement. The family discovered the scam on December 8 when they visited the CBI office to recover funds and found all documents were counterfeit. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau registered an FIR and launched an investigation into what appears to be an organized fraud operation.
doddfrankupdate.com
· 2025-12-08
Multiple federal regulatory agencies have heightened focus on financial abuse of older adults, with a FinCEN analysis identifying approximately $27 billion in suspicious activity linked to elder financial exploitation over a one-year period ending June 2023. The FTC announced nearly $500,000 in redress to 470 consumers harmed by Vivint Smart Homes, which misused their credit information to fraudulently obtain financing by using similar names or adding unauthorized cosigners, with average payments of $1,056 per victim. Federal agencies are issuing joint guidance on risk management practices to combat elder financial exploitation and its devastating impact on seniors' savings and quality of life.
autoremarketing.com
· 2025-12-08
Five federal financial regulatory agencies and FinCEN issued guidance to banks, credit unions, and auto finance companies on combatting elder financial exploitation, noting that a FinCEN analysis found approximately $27 billion in suspicious activity linked to elder financial exploitation over a one-year period ending June 2023. The statement recommends risk management practices including employee training, transaction monitoring, establishing trusted contact designations, filing suspicious activity reports, and coordinating with law enforcement and elder fraud prevention networks to identify and prevent exploitation of older adults.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
A 58-year-old man, Xiao Kun Cheung, was indicted for his role in a multi-state scheme that defrauded elderly victims out of more than $1 million, targeting seniors in Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee through phone calls and pop-up messages falsely claiming their computers or financial accounts were compromised. Cheung convinced victims to withdraw cash, purchase gift cards, or buy gold bars for "safekeeping," and was arrested in March attempting to collect $132,000 in gold bars from a victim in Pooler, Georgia. He faces up to 20 years in prison and financial penalties upon conviction, reflecting a broader crisis where seniors lost over $3
wsbtv.com
· 2025-12-08
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Xiao Kun Cheung, a 58-year-old deported Chinese national, was indicted in September for his role in a multi-state elder fraud conspiracy targeting seniors in Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. The scheme involved fraudsters contacting elderly victims via phone or pop-up messages claiming their accounts were compromised, then convincing them to withdraw cash, purchase gift cards, or buy gold bars for "safekeeping"; Cheung was arrested in March attempting to collect $132,000 in gold bars from a victim in Pooler, Georgia. According to the FBI, seniors lost over $3.5 billion to fraud in 2023, with Georgia victims alone losing
forbes.com
· 2025-12-08
This article by Brian Greenberg, CIO/CTO of RHR International, discusses the prevalence of fake profiles and online scams in the digital age, noting that in 2022 Americans lost $1.3 billion to romance scams alone and $8.8 billion to overall online fraud, with bots comprising over 47% of internet traffic. Greenberg advocates for online platforms to offer free verified accounts to combat these threats by increasing user trust, protecting vulnerable populations like teenagers and elderly adults, and reducing the spread of misinformation. The proposal emphasizes that free verification would enhance platform safety and reputation while ensuring all users can protect themselves regardless of financial status.
wmur.com
· 2025-12-08
New Hampshire's Assistant Attorney General Alexandra Sosnowski warns consumers about holiday shopping scams, particularly those occurring online during the Christmas season. Key recommendations include verifying retailer URLs and checking reviews on trusted sources like the Better Business Bureau before purchasing, monitoring package deliveries to prevent porch theft, avoiding clicking links in unsolicited text messages claiming delivery issues, and purchasing gift cards directly from retailers to avoid tampered cards. The alert emphasizes taking extra time to verify sources and using tracking information directly from retailers rather than through suspicious links.
news9.com
· 2025-12-08
Cleveland County Court Clerk's Office warned residents of a jury duty scam involving fraudsters using fake arrest warrants and demanding payment via phone, email, or in-person visits, with at least one reported case where scammers appeared at someone's door with a fake warrant demanding payment in gift cards. The court clarified that legitimate jury duty communications are only sent by U.S. mail and never request payment, and that no Cleveland County resident has been fined or jailed for missing jury duty under the current clerk. Residents are advised to call 911 if approached in person by suspected scammers and to alert vulnerable loved ones, especially during the holiday season.
thesenior.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Financial abuse costs Australian victims an estimated $5.7 billion annually—exceeding total scam losses by $3 billion—and disproportionately affects older women through coercive control by partners or adult children. A Parliamentary inquiry released 61 recommendations in December to address this underacknowledged form of domestic and elder abuse, including nationally consistent enduring powers of attorney laws, superannuation reforms to prevent abuser access, and banking changes to facilitate victim reporting. Advocare reported that financial abuse represented 37% of their 1,649 calls in 2023, with victims often trapped in long-term relationships with limited financial access and minimal family support.
bankingjournal.aba.com
· 2025-12-08
"Fraud as a service" is a growing criminal business model where perpetrators offer tools and infrastructure to commit fraud, recruiting unwitting "money mules" to transfer funds through their bank accounts. Financial losses from fraud targeting seniors over 60 have surged from $500 million in 2018 to $3.5 billion in 2023, with schemes also prevalent on social media platforms targeting younger demographics and even infants through synthetic identity fraud. Banks have a critical 72-hour window to recover fraudulent funds before money leaves accounts, and implementing name-matching verification and monitoring for suspicious transaction patterns like unusual velocity or peer-to-peer transfers can help prevent fraud.
etsn.fm
· 2025-12-08
Saint Jovite Youngblood of Manor, Texas was sentenced to 40 years in prison for wire fraud and money laundering after impersonating a U.S. Army Delta Force officer and falsely warning 32 victims that Mexican drug cartels would harm them unless they paid for protection. Youngblood defrauded his victims of over $12.7 million, which he subsequently gambled away in Las Vegas casinos, and was ordered to pay full restitution to the victims.
binghamton.edu
· 2025-12-08
A neuroscience study by Binghamton University examined how age-related brain changes affect financial skills in adults ages 50-74, finding that the inferior frontal gyrus region—responsible for accessing memorized math facts—becomes less efficient with normal aging and more rapidly with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers discovered that higher financial literacy and language processing skills help protect seniors from age-related financial decline and potential vulnerability to scams, suggesting that financial education and practicing math skills throughout life may preserve seniors' financial independence and decision-making abilities.
newsbreak.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers target older adults year-round through various schemes including grandchild impersonation, charity fraud, and gift card scams, with the Federal Trade Commission reporting a median loss of $800 for people aged 70-79 and AARP data showing seniors over 50 account for more than half of fraud victims, losing billions annually. The Alzheimer's Association recommends protective strategies such as setting up a "slush fund" of $200-300 for vulnerable seniors (who lose an average of $39,000 per scam victim aged 80+) and establishing bank account alerts to monitor for fraudulent activity.
applevalleynewsnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers target seniors year-round, with people over 50 accounting for more than half of fraud victims and those 80+ losing an average of $39,000 per incident. Common scams include charity calls, grandchild impersonation schemes, and gift card fraud, with the FTC reporting a median loss of $800 for people aged 70-79. The Alzheimer's Association recommends protective measures such as creating separate "slush fund" accounts with limited funds, setting up bank account alerts, and providing fraud awareness education to seniors and caregiving staff.
paymentsjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has proposed new rules to protect victims of domestic violence and elder abuse from coerced debt, where abusers manipulate victims into taking out loans or credit cards in their names or make unauthorized purchases on their accounts. Financial abuse significantly impacts survivors—nearly three-quarters of domestic violence victims stay in abusive relationships longer because of coerced debt, and clearing this debt can improve credit scores by over 20 points, enabling survivors to rebuild their financial lives. The CFPB is seeking public input on the effects of coerced debt and barriers to aid, with particular focus on vulnerable groups including older Americans, who are less likely to report abuse.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
A 78-year-old North Bay woman lost $20,000 to scammers impersonating Redwood Credit Union and Federal Reserve System employees who convinced her they were protecting her finances and instructed her to withdraw cash and hand it to a fake federal marshal. When the scammers attempted to collect an additional $20,000 the next day, law enforcement was conducting a sting operation and arrested 20-year-old Yung-Wen Kuan, believed to be a courier for an organized fraud ring, on charges of grand theft, elder financial abuse, and conspiracy.
abc3340.com
· 2025-12-08
Terrance Alonzo Pruitt, 47, of Bessemer was convicted of two counts of wire fraud for executing a fraudulent Power of Attorney over an elderly family member with dementia without consent and transferring $550,000 from the victim's bank accounts to his own between September and December 2023. Pruitt became a joint account holder, altered account addresses and beneficiaries, and moved $500,000 to an account in his name alone before providing inconsistent explanations when confronted. The FBI investigated the case, and the National Elder Fraud Hotline (1-833-372-8311) is available for victims age 60 and older.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Terrance Alonzo Pruitt, 47, of Bessemer, Alabama was convicted of two counts of wire fraud for defrauding an elderly family member with dementia of $550,000 between September and December 2023. Pruitt illegally obtained power of attorney, became a joint account holder, changed account addresses, altered beneficiary designations, and transferred the victim's funds to his personal accounts, later moving $500,000 to an account excluding the victim. The case was investigated by the FBI and prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Alabama.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
An elderly couple in Williamson County, Illinois lost $121,000 to an imposter scam in which fraudsters posing as PayPal representatives and federal agents convinced them their accounts were compromised and persuaded them to withdraw cash for "secure" federal custody. Three Chinese nationals have been arrested and charged with federal wire fraud for their roles in the conspiracy, which involved sending pictures of withdrawal slips and arranging cash pickups using code words. U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe warned southern Illinois residents about the prevalence of such scams, which typically begin with communications claiming suspicious account activity and escalate through threats about losing savings and retirement funds.
woodlandsonline.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines six strategies for protecting seniors from online threats on social media platforms. According to the FBI, seniors over 60 lost approximately $3.4 billion to online scams in 2023, with average losses of $34,000 per victim, with common threats including phishing scams, romance scams, misinformation, and privacy violations. The recommended protective measures include understanding online risks, promoting digital literacy education, implementing strong security practices (passwords, two-factor authentication), monitoring suspicious activity, and encouraging healthy social media habits.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
Two suspects were arrested in Santa Clara County for operating a "pig butchering" scam in which they posed as "Aunt Amelia," an investment banker, on Facebook and defrauded a 66-year-old San Jose man of $170,000 in cryptocurrency investments. The victim became suspicious when the scammers requested an additional $348,000, leading him to contact authorities who arranged an undercover arrest at a parking lot. District Attorney Jeff Rosen warned that pig butchering scams typically involve human trafficking victims in Southeast Asia who are coerced into slowly extracting maximum funds from victims through false investment promises.
businessjournalism.org
· 2025-12-08
Nearly 1 in 3 Americans experienced scams in the past year, with consumers reporting over $10 billion in fraud losses to the FTC in 2023—a 14% increase from the previous year. While scammers target all age groups through different methods (younger adults face online shopping and cryptocurrency scams, while older adults are vulnerable to tech support and imposter scams), seniors are particularly lucrative targets due to their collective wealth of $84 trillion. As scammers become increasingly sophisticated using AI-powered techniques like voice cloning, deepfakes, and convincing phishing schemes, awareness and education remain the most effective defenses against fraud.
wbay.com
· 2025-12-08
The Outagamie County Sheriff's Office reported a rise in phone scams targeting elderly victims in the area, with multiple law enforcement agencies collaborating on investigations. Scammers falsely claim that victims' loved ones are in jail or have been in accidents, then pressure them to withdraw $5,000 to $45,000 in cash to be picked up by a fake "courier/bondsman" to post bail. Law enforcement urges residents not to engage with scammers and to report suspected incidents to local authorities.
signalscv.com
· 2025-12-08
Multiple U.S. regulatory agencies reported in December that elder financial exploitation costs Americans over $28 billion annually, with over 155,000 cases reported between June 2022 and June 2023 linked to approximately $27 billion in suspicious activity. The FBI documented over 101,000 elder fraud complaints in 2023, with victims over 60 losing an average of $33,915—nearly 270% higher than 2020—primarily through investment scams, business email compromise, romance scams, and government impersonation schemes. Regulatory agencies urged financial institutions to strengthen protections by increasing account oversight, training employees to recognize exploitation, and coordinating with law enforcement and elder
spotonalabama.com
· 2025-12-08
A Bessemer man, 47-year-old Terrance Alonzo Pruitt, was convicted by jury of committing an elder fraud scheme, with the verdict announced by U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and FBI Special Agent in Charge Carlton L. Peeples following a two-day trial. The article does not provide specific details about the victims, dollar amounts, or the methods used in the fraud scheme.
recordgazette.net
· 2025-12-08
The Beaumont Senior Center hosted a Lunch and Learn educational session on November 2 covering consumer fraud, identity theft, and elder abuse, featuring C.A.R.E. coordinator Robin McMullen who discussed prevention strategies and available resources including Adult Protective Services. The free event provided attendees with information on recognizing these crimes, how they occur, and what steps to take if victimized.
wsiltv.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Attorney's Office warned southern Illinois residents of imposter scams targeting older Americans, where criminals pose as PayPal representatives and fraudulent federal agents to convince victims their accounts are compromised, then pressure them to withdraw savings for "secure custody." Three Chinese nationals face federal wire fraud charges after an elderly couple in Williamson County lost $121,000 in the scam; the suspects were arrested in October when attempting to collect the cash from the victims' residence.
wmix94.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly couple in Williamson County, Illinois lost $121,000 in an imposter scam where criminals posing as PayPal representatives and federal agents convinced them their accounts were compromised and persuaded them to withdraw cash for "secure" federal custody. Three Chinese nationals were arrested in October and face federal wire fraud charges after attempting to pick up the withdrawn funds at the couple's residence. U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe warned southern Illinois residents about the prevalence of imposter scams targeting seniors, which typically involve fraudsters impersonating legitimate companies or government officials to manipulate victims into draining their accounts.
wbrc.com
· 2025-12-08
A Bessemer man, 47-year-old Terrance Alonzo Pruitt, was convicted of two counts of wire fraud after fraudulently obtaining power of attorney over an elderly family member with dementia and transferring $550,000 from the victim's bank accounts to his own between September and December 2023. The FBI investigated the case, which was prosecuted by the US Attorney's office.
wvua23.com
· 2025-12-08
Terrance Alonzo Pruitt, 47, of Bessemer was convicted of two counts of wire fraud for executing a Power of Attorney over an elderly family member with dementia without consent and fraudulently transferring $550,000 from the victim's bank accounts between September and December 2023. Pruitt became a joint account holder, changed account addresses, altered beneficiaries, and moved funds to his personal accounts for his own use. The case underscores the importance of reporting elder financial fraud to law enforcement and resources like the National Elder Fraud Hotline (1-833-372-8311).
wmur.com
· 2025-12-08
Two New Hampshire-based suspects, Naxin Wu and Mingdong Chen, reached a plea deal to plead guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud as part of a sophisticated international gift card scheme. The criminal ring obtained gift cards through illegal means including theft, romance scams, and elder fraud, then used them to purchase Apple products for resale overseas, while also returning counterfeit Apple goods to stores for additional cards; a warehouse search uncovered nearly $2 million in fake iPhones and iPads. Wu and Chen each face up to 20 years in prison.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Kolkata Police launched a cybercrime awareness initiative targeting senior citizens in response to a surge in digital arrest scams, where criminals impersonate law enforcement via video calls using fake police stations and uniformed officers to intimidate victims into transferring money. Senior citizens account for approximately 52% of digital arrest fraud victims, with 320 complaints recorded since June and two Mumbai residents arrested for defrauding a 65-year-old of Rs 66.3 lakh using this scheme. Police advise citizens to identify red flags such as random numbers and multiple "officers," avoid engaging with callers, verify identities through official channels, and report incidents immediately while contacting financial helplines to freeze transfers
deccanherald.com
· 2025-12-08
A 68-year-old senior citizen in Bengaluru lost Rs 1.94 crore to cyber fraudsters who conducted a "digital arrest" scam between November 30 and December 7. The scammers impersonated Mumbai crime branch officers via WhatsApp video call, falsely claiming the victim was involved in money laundering linked to businessman Naresh Goyal, then pressured him to transfer his entire fixed deposit in multiple installments while restricting his communication with others. The victim discovered the fraud only after discussing it with his daughter, who helped him file a police complaint.
moco360.media
· 2025-12-08
A 26-year-old Rockville man was sentenced to five years in prison (10 years with suspension) for his role in a gold bar scam targeting a 94-year-old Silver Spring resident who nearly lost approximately $230,000. Mathon posed as a federal agent, convincing the elderly victim that his identity had been stolen and he needed to purchase gold bars for safekeeping, but law enforcement interrupted the scheme with a sting operation that caught Mathon attempting to collect the package. This marks Montgomery County's first conviction in a local gold bar scam case, which prosecutors note involves organized, international criminal networks that specifically target vulnerable elderly victims.
martinsvillebulletin.com
· 2025-12-08
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indiatoday.in
· 2025-12-08
The "digital arrest" scam, which has cost Indians ₹120 crore in the first four months of 2024, involves fraudsters impersonating law enforcement officials via phone calls to falsely accuse victims of crimes like money laundering and extort money by threatening immediate "digital arrest"—a term that does not exist in Indian law. The scam targets individuals across all sectors, including professionals, by creating psychological pressure through urgency, threats of isolation, and demands for confidentiality, and can be identified by suspicious unofficial contact numbers, pressure tactics, and threats against disclosure to family members.