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ncoa.org
· 2025-12-08
Deepfakes are AI-generated videos, photos, and audio that realistically fabricate or alter someone's likeness, increasingly used by criminals to execute scams targeting older Americans, who lost $3.4 billion to fraud in 2023. Common deepfake scams include investment schemes (such as an 82-year-old losing $690,000 to a fake Elon Musk video), romance scams (with victims in Hong Kong losing over $46 million), political misinformation, extortion/grandparent scams (which generated over $13 million in losses from 2020-2021), and celebrity endorsement frauds. Understanding
regtechtimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Three Georgia residents—Patrick Dallas, Stacey Robinson, and Owen Demoy Byfield—were charged in federal court for operating a sweepstakes fraud scheme targeting seniors across at least ten states, including Rhode Island, stealing at least $1 million. The fraudsters impersonated Publishers Clearing House representatives, convincing victims they had won large prizes and pressuring them to pay upfront fees via cash, gift cards, or valuable items; one 77-year-old Rhode Island victim nearly lost $163,000 before a FedEx employee's intervention alerted him to the scam. The defendants face charges for conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, as well as money laundering
newsradio1310.com
· 2025-12-08
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Everette Jhamal Thibou, 32, of Tampa, Florida, was sentenced to 168 months in prison as the sixth defendant in an international fraud scheme that defrauded 50 elderly victims of $11 million across West Michigan and the country. The scam used fake virus warnings and impersonations of tech companies and federal agents to trick victims into sending cash, wire transfers, and gift cards through various methods. Thibou and five other U.S.-based defendants collected fraud proceeds on behalf of scammers located in India, with a seventh defendant still at large.
globenewswire.com
· 2025-12-08
Rego Payment Architectures released a Cornerstone Advisors research report highlighting a $1 billion revenue opportunity for financial institutions offering "Senior Financial Management" (SFM) digital banking tools that allow adult children to monitor and manage aging parents' finances while detecting fraud and unusual account activity. The report notes that elderly Americans lost over $38 billion to financial fraud in 2023, with 40% of Americans managing parents' finances over 60 and over 70% interested in such management tools. Financial institutions can leverage SFM products to protect the financial security of seniors while capitalizing on the $70 trillion wealth transfer occurring from the Baby Boomer generation.
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
JP Morgan Chase sued multiple customers who exploited a viral TikTok "infinite money glitch" that allowed them to withdraw funds from deposited cheques before they cleared or bounced. Four defendants across Houston, Miami, and Los Angeles allegedly withdrew over $660,000 total using counterfeit or fraudulent cheques, with one case involving a $335,000 deposit where the defendant retained approximately $290,000. The bank closed the loophole after the glitch went viral on social media and is seeking repayment plus interest, overdraft fees, and legal costs.
m.economictimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned citizens against a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam in which fraudsters impersonate government officials via video call, falsely accusing victims of serious crimes like money laundering or drug trafficking, then extort large sums under threat of arrest. Two elderly victims from Hyderabad lost substantial amounts—a 79-year-old retired consultant transferred Rs 2 crore and an 85-year-old woman lost Rs 5.9 crore—after scammers used fake official documents and maintained intimidating video surveillance to prevent victims from seeking help. The article advises that legitimate law enforcement never conducts arrests or demands payments via video calls and recommends reporting
usatoday.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost an estimated $12.5 billion to online scams in the past year, with the FBI reporting that 39% of victims were targeted through AI-generated "deepfake" videos used in investment schemes, romance scams, and other frauds. Scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to duplicate voices, create convincing fake videos of business leaders and celebrities, and attempt account breaches, making these crimes harder to detect and recover from, as 96% of reported losses are never recovered. The article recommends using strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and watching for telltale signs of deepfakes such as unnatural facial movements, inconsistent lighting, and audio irreg
ktvb.com
· 2025-12-08
Idaho State Police warned residents of a wave of phone scams in which callers impersonated law enforcement officers and falsely claimed victims needed DNA tests or had arrest warrants, demanding immediate payment via gift cards or money transfers to resolve the alleged violations. In reported cases, scammers left voicemails about missed DNA appointments resulting in arrest warrants and called posing as troopers searching for relatives who supposedly failed mandatory DNA tests. ISP emphasized that legitimate law enforcement never demands payment or threatens arrest over the phone and urged residents to verify suspicious calls directly with ISP.
fox5dc.com
· 2025-12-08
Four suspects from Alabama and Tennessee were arrested in Maryland after defrauding an elderly woman of nearly $40,000 through a "pigeon drop" scam, in which they falsely claimed to have found cash and convinced her to withdraw her own money as "collateral" for a charitable donation. Police apprehended James Davis, Connie Williams, Kenneth Gooden, and Mary Daniel on October 24 just as they attempted to target a second victim at a shopping center in Clinton. The Financial Crimes Unit tracked the suspects following the initial incident on October 21 and encourages anyone with information to contact them.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Three Georgia residents have been charged with operating a multi-state Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes scam that defrauded seniors in at least ten states of over $1 million. The defendants allegedly convinced elderly victims they had won significant lottery prizes and directed them to send upfront fees, gift cards, watches, and checks to collect their winnings; one 77-year-old Rhode Island victim lost over $172,000 before a FedEx employee intervened. The defendants are charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud and money laundering, with proceeds allegedly used to purchase property through fraudulent mortgage applications.
clickorlando.com
· 2025-12-08
An in-home caretaker, Yvonne Wroblewski, was arrested in DeLand, Florida, for exploiting an elderly couple (one with dementia) by fraudulently using their credit cards and bank accounts to steal approximately $100,000 over several years. Wroblewski gained the family's trust and had access to their finances, computer, and home office, using the stolen funds for unauthorized purchases and even adding herself to their car insurance policy. She was charged with grand theft, exploitation of the elderly, and fraudulent use of personal identifying information, and is being held on a $60,000 bond.
abc6.com
· 2025-12-08
Three Georgia residents—Patrick Dallas, Stacey Robinson, and Owen Demoy Byfield—were charged with defrauding senior citizens across Rhode Island and other states out of at least $1 million through a fake Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes scheme, where victims were tricked into believing they won millions and pressured to pay upfront fees or taxes. One 77-year-old Rhode Island victim alone lost over $143,000 in cash, wire transfers, and luxury watches before a FedEx employee intervened; the defendants allegedly laundered funds through controlled bank accounts. The charges include conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud and money laundering, with authorities noting that over 100,000
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
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Stephanie L. Bonincontro, a 43-year-old from Oakdale, Pennsylvania, was indicted on wire fraud and money laundering charges for misusing a $500,000 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) intended for her tree service business. She allegedly diverted approximately $250,000 into a personal investment account for money laundering and used $225,000 for personal expenses and credit card debt through a second company she owned. The charges carry a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison and up to $750,000 in fines.
aba.com
· 2025-12-08
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theglobeandmail.com
· 2025-12-08
Business impersonation scams were the most reported financial fraud in 2023, affecting approximately 332,000 victims and resulting in over $660 million in losses, according to an FTC report. These scams involve fraudsters impersonating legitimate companies or government agencies to deceive victims into revealing sensitive information, transferring money, or granting system access. Protection strategies include scrutinizing sender email addresses, being wary of urgent-sounding messages, enabling multi-factor authentication, monitoring financial accounts closely, and reporting suspected fraud to the FTC.
dailypioneer.com
· 2025-12-08
A "digital arrest" scam is rapidly spreading across India, where fraudsters impersonate police officers and convince victims they face legal charges, demanding money to drop fabricated cases. The scheme exploits fear and confusion by using deepfake technology, fake credentials, and authoritative impersonation to appear legitimate, with Prime Minister Modi issuing a national warning and clarifying that "digital arrest" does not exist under Indian law. Victims are advised to avoid panic, record interactions when possible, and immediately report incidents to cyber helplines and local police, while the government is urged to strengthen cybersecurity efforts and enforcement to combat the growing threat.
ic3.gov
· 2025-12-08
The FBI warned the public that scammers are exploiting the 2024 US General election through multiple fraud schemes, including fake campaign investment pools promising returns, fraudulent Political Action Committees soliciting donations, non-delivery merchandise scams, and fake voter registration pages designed to steal personal information. To protect themselves, victims should avoid unsolicited contacts and unverified links, verify PAC registration through the FEC website, and check voter registration at vote.gov. The FBI urges victims to report suspicious activities to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at www.ic3.gov, with seniors aged 60+ able to seek assistance through the DOJ Elder Justice Hotline at 1
dnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Idaho State Police warned residents of a phone scam in which callers impersonating law enforcement officers threaten victims with false DNA test requirements and arrest warrants, then demand immediate payment to "resolve" the matter. The scammers have targeted multiple Idaho residents, in some cases claiming victims or their relatives missed mandatory DNA appointments and had warrants issued against them, and requesting bond payments. The Idaho State Police urged residents to verify suspicious calls directly with authorities and cautioned that these scams undermine legitimate DNA collection efforts by the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative program.
azfamily.com
· 2025-12-08
A Wells Fargo fraud expert warns Arizonans about evolving scams including impersonation schemes (which cost victims $2.7 billion last year), where scammers pose as bank representatives claiming card fraud and then trick victims into handing over debit cards or personal information. Additional threats include AI-powered deepfake calls mimicking family members, cryptocurrency investment scams promising quick returns, and holiday shipping scams posing as delivery services to steal tracking information.
mk.co.kr
· 2025-12-08
A multinational fraud ring operating from Cambodia was dismantled when 23 men in their 40s or older were arrested for stealing 6.5 billion won (approximately $5 million USD) from 61 victims using a hybrid scam combining romance fraud and fake investment schemes. The operation, which ran from August 2023 to June 2024, used dating apps to lure male victims (predominantly in their 40s+), impersonated overseas Korean women to build trust, and then directed victims to fraudulent stock trading sites where they lost between millions to 370 million won each. The gang operated from a Cambodian casino building converted into a call center, using encrypted communications
kivitv.com
· 2025-12-08
An Albertsons manager in Nampa, Idaho prevented a customer from losing nearly $3,000 to a phone scam by recognizing that the customer was depositing cash into a Coinstar machine after claiming a "sheriff" told him he had an arrest warrant. The scam is a common impersonation scheme where fraudsters pose as government officials or law enforcement demanding immediate payment via cryptocurrency ATMs, gift cards, or wire transfers—methods legitimate authorities never request. Albertsons staff are trained to recognize such red flags and intervene when customers attempt suspicious transactions.
patch.com
· 2025-12-08
New Jersey legislation (S-1887) sponsored by Sen. Carmen Amato and co-sponsors would create a new criminal offense called "financial exploitation of the elderly" with enhanced penalties for those who defraud seniors aged 60 and older. The bill, which unanimously passed the New Jersey Senate, establishes tiered punishments ranging from up to 18 months imprisonment and $10,000 fines for amounts under $200, to five to 10 years imprisonment and $150,000 fines for amounts exceeding $75,000, and applies to persons in positions of trust such as caregivers or fiduciaries.
timesherald.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is not about elder fraud, scams, or elder abuse. It covers political news regarding Steve Bannon's release from federal prison after serving a sentence for contempt of Congress related to the January 6 Capitol investigation. While it mentions criminal charges related to border wall fundraising, this is a political/criminal justice story, not an elder fraud matter relevant to the Elderus database.
hindustantimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Indians lost ₹120.3 crore in digital arrest frauds during the first quarter of 2024, with 46% of digital fraud cases—including digital arrests, trading scams, investment scams, and romance scams—originating from Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia, affecting victims who lost a cumulative ₹1,776 crore. Digital arrest scams involve fraudsters impersonating law enforcement via video call, claiming victims are involved in crimes or have received illegal parcels, and demanding money to close fabricated cases. Complaint numbers have increased significantly from 4.52 lakh in 2021 to 7.4 lakh in the
indianexpress.com
· 2025-12-08
Indian victims lost Rs 1,420.48 crore in trading scams during the first quarter of 2024, where fraudsters used fake social media ads featuring well-known stock market experts to lure victims into unregistered trading apps and fake investment schemes. Victims deposited money believing they were buying shares, but were shown fake profits and trapped in endless deposit cycles by criminals demanding additional "taxes" before allowing withdrawals. Trading scams are one of four major online fraud schemes targeting Indians, alongside digital arrest, investment, and romance/dating scams.
bizzbuzz.news
· 2025-12-08
India's Union Home Ministry revealed that approximately 46% of digital arrest scams, trading fraud, romance scams, and investment fraud cases originate from Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia, with victims losing a total of Rs 1,776 crore. The scams include trading scams (Rs 1,420 crores), investment frauds (Rs 222.58 crores), digital arrests (Rs 120.3 crores), and romance scams (Rs 13.23 crores), with complaint numbers rising from 4.52 lakh in 2021 to 7.4 lakh complaints in the first four months of 2024.
legalreader.com
· 2025-12-08
Two correctional officers at an Indiana prison, Martins Tochukwu Chidiobi and Lawrence Onyesonwu, were sentenced to three years in federal prison for stealing the identities of at least five inmates and using them to open fraudulent bank accounts between 2015 and 2019. The defendants deposited at least $331,282 in fraud proceeds—largely from romance scams and other schemes—into these accounts, then withdrew most of the money as cash or transferred it to Nigerian bank accounts. Both men pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft and making false statements to financial institutions.
senatenj.com
· 2025-12-08
The New Jersey Senate unanimously passed legislation (S-1887) creating a new criminal offense of "financial exploitation of the elderly" to protect seniors aged 60 and older from fraud, false promises, extortion, and intimidation by individuals in positions of trust, such as caregivers or fiduciaries. The law establishes graduated penalties ranging from fourth-degree crimes (under $200, up to 18 months imprisonment) to second-degree crimes (over $75,000, 5-10 years imprisonment), with the companion Assembly bill (A-4593) awaiting committee consideration.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Jennifer LaBonte, 45, pleaded guilty to wire fraud for embezzling approximately $191,000 from automobile dealerships in Burlington, Vermont between 2013 and January 2024. As office manager with check-signing authority, LaBonte stole customer cash receipts and issued checks to herself for personal expenses while falsifying accounting records to conceal the theft. LaBonte has repaid the dealerships in full and faces sentencing on March 4, 2025, with potential penalties of up to 20 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
mainlinemedianews.com
· 2025-12-08
Pennsylvania authorities charged nine individuals, including three alleged leaders Davon Whitfield, Naima Scott, and Zonay Griffin, with participating in an organized retail theft scheme targeting TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls stores since 2022. The operation involved stealing merchandise, altering receipts, and exploiting return policies across more than 1,000 store locations in nine states, generating over $850,000 in fraudulent payouts, with the three leaders alone responsible for approximately $700,000 across roughly 1,500 transactions.
punchng.com
· 2025-12-08
Two criminals, Bukar Galadima and Sulyman Ahmed, were convicted in Kano State for defrauding elder statesman Alhaji Aminu Dantata of N5 million and former Minister Alhaji A.T. Gwarzo of N1 million through impersonation and false pretenses. Galadima impersonated a former FCT minister claiming to need medical assistance, convincing Dantata to transfer funds to an account controlled by Galadima's accomplice. Both were sentenced to four years imprisonment and ordered to pay N5 million in compensation, with the recovered N6 million to be returned to the victims.
amac.us
· 2025-12-08
This is a survey/awareness piece soliciting feedback from seniors about their experiences with scams and fraud prevention strategies. The article compiles reader responses sharing practical anti-scam tactics—such as not answering unknown numbers, scrutinizing sender email addresses, and avoiding unsolicited calls—along with anecdotes including one commenter's experience helping an elderly mother recover from computer hacking incidents after she clicked on malicious notifications.
news18.com
· 2025-12-08
A 73-year-old Delhi resident lost Rs 16.64 lakh from his bank account just three days after receiving a call from an unknown number asking him to upgrade his SIM to 5G, despite taking no action, sharing no personal information, or clicking any links. The Dwarka Cyber Police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident, which highlights a growing pattern of sophisticated digital scams targeting elderly people in Delhi, including cases involving digital arrest threats and extortion via obscene video calls. Police have urged citizens to avoid trusting calls or messages from unknown numbers.
businessday.ng
· 2025-12-08
Internet scams are a global concern causing significant financial losses and erosion of trust in digital transactions. India recorded $7.93 million USD in cybercrime losses across 4,850 cases in 2023, while Brazil experienced 1.8 million banking trojan infections the same year; Pakistan reported 32,072 suspicious transactions, and South Africa ranks 7th globally for cyber criminality, with identity theft and phishing attacks being prevalent across all regions. Governments are implementing awareness campaigns and stronger cybersecurity measures, but rapid digital infrastructure growth continues to outpace law enforcement efforts to combat evolving scam tactics.
futurism.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers attempted to defraud a Florida title company by using an AI-generated deepfake video to impersonate a missing woman and fraudulently sell a vacant property. The scheme was caught before completion, but property appraiser Marty Kiar warns that AI-enabled title fraud will likely increase as criminals leverage automated tools to synthesize public property records and create sophisticated impersonations faster than ever before.
kashmirobserver.net
· 2025-12-08
India's CERT-In cyber-security agency issued a public advisory detailing over a dozen online scams targeting citizens, with particular focus on the "digital arrest" scam where fraudsters impersonate government officials via WhatsApp or Skype, threatening victims with arrest to coerce them into transferring money under false pretenses of investigations or security deposits. Prime Minister Narendra Modi simultaneously warned the public about these scams in his radio address, recommending citizens verify agency identity directly, avoid panic-driven money transfers, and report incidents to the national cyber-security helpline (1930) or www.cybercrime.gov.in. The advisory also highlighted other prevalent scams including phishing,
indianexpress.com
· 2025-12-08
A 73-year-old man from Pune was defrauded of Rs 45 lakh (approximately $54,000 USD) in a "digital arrest" scam in September, where cyber criminals posing as TRAI and Mumbai Crime Branch officers convinced him he was under investigation for drug trafficking and money laundering, forcing him to remain confined at home without contact with others for four days. The fraudsters used video calls with fake police credentials and Maharashtra police logos to build credibility, then instructed him to transfer his savings to fraudulent "RBI safe accounts," after which the scammers became unreachable. This case exemplifies organized cross-border cyber crimes where fraudsters use
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 73-year-old man in Delhi's Dwarka lost Rs 16.64 lakh across three bank accounts after scammers initiated contact about a SIM upgrade to 5G, then conducted unauthorized transactions over three days. The article also documented similar fraud cases targeting senior citizens, including a "digital arrest" scam that defrauded a 72-year-old woman of Rs 83 lakh and sextortion schemes extracting tens of thousands of rupees through threats.
swarajyamag.com
· 2025-12-08
Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned citizens about the rise of "digital arrest" scams in which fraudsters impersonate government officials (police, CBI, narcotics departments, RBI) via phone or video calls to deceive people into believing they are under investigation. Modi clarified that no legal "digital arrest" system exists and urged the public to stay calm, document interactions, and report such incidents to the national cyber helpline (1930) and police, while also calling on schools and educational institutions to conduct awareness campaigns.
indianexpress.com
· 2025-12-08
Indians lost Rs 120.30 crore (approximately $14.5 million USD) to "digital arrest" scams in the first quarter of 2024, according to government cybercrime data. In these scams, fraudsters—primarily operating from Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia—pose as law enforcement officers via video calls and demand money from victims by falsely claiming they are involved in crimes or have received illegal parcels. The scam represents one of four major cyber fraud types affecting Indians, with digital arrest complaints comprising part of 7.4 lakh total cybercrime complaints filed between January and April 2024.
theeagleonline.com.ng
· 2025-12-08
Six suspects aged 22-27 were arrested by the Special Fraud Unit in Lagos, Nigeria for business email compromise, romance scams, benefit fraud, credit card fraud, and money laundering. Officers recovered a vehicle, high-end mobile phones worth millions of Naira, and various fetish materials from the suspects, with investigations revealing connections to additional associates involved in computer-related fraud. The suspects await court charges upon completion of the investigation.
kktv.com
· 2025-12-08
A 28-year-old California man was sentenced to 30 days in jail and ordered to pay $30,000 in restitution after nearly defrauding an 85-year-old man and 83-year-old woman in Colorado through a fake Microsoft Support Services pop-up scam. The suspect collected $30,000 from the couple in March 2024 and subsequently attempted to obtain an additional $70,000 by directing them to purchase gold, but was arrested in April 2024 and the gold was recovered. The case highlights how scammers use psychological manipulation and fear tactics to exploit elderly victims, with authorities noting the suspect may have victimized others in different areas
ibtimes.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
An 83-year-old San Francisco Bay Area resident lost $50,000 in a cryptocurrency scam after receiving a call from someone impersonating her grandson who claimed to be arrested and needing bail money. The scammers instructed her to deposit cash into Coinstar cryptocurrency ATMs over multiple days, using escalating claims of additional charges and fees to extract more funds. Although her bank flagged suspicious withdrawals and a concerned bystander urged her to verify the story, she only discovered the fraud after directly contacting her grandson, and cryptocurrency's irreversible nature made fund recovery impossible.
ccxmedia.org
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Dodzi Kordorwu, a 38-year-old from Brooklyn Park, was sentenced to over five years in prison for operating a nationwide romance fraud scheme that defrauded dozens of victims, primarily seniors, of $2.2 million between May 2018 and June 2022. The scheme involved impersonating military officials or diplomats through social media to build false relationships before requesting money, with Kordorwu receiving over 90 victim packages containing the fraudulent proceeds. In addition to his prison sentence, Kordorwu was ordered to make full restitution and remain under court supervision for three years after release.
timesherald.com
· 2025-12-08
Norristown Councilwoman Tiffani Hendley pleaded guilty to elder fraud and received a sentence of two years probation with $15,000 in restitution ordered by a Montgomery County judge in October 2024. The charges stemmed from a fraud case involving an elder victim in 2023.
prnewswire.com
· 2025-12-08
A married senior couple lost $30 million in a coordinated fraud scheme involving impersonation, cryptocurrency transfers, and alleged negligence by Charles Schwab, Bank of America, and Unchained Trading. Scammers used confidential information from Schwab's 2023 data breach to convince the victims their investment accounts were compromised, then directed them to liquidate assets and convert funds to cryptocurrency. The lawsuit alleges that all three institutions failed to implement proper Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols despite clear red flags of elder financial abuse and identity theft, and instead attempted to upsell additional services rather than halt the fraudulent transactions
coosavalleynews.com
· 2025-12-08
A 27-year-old Rome woman was arrested for fraudulently using a 75-year-old man's debit card without permission to make ten purchases totaling $600.68 at local restaurants and online retailers between September 16-30. Allie Nicole Mull faces ten counts of financial transaction card fraud, identity fraud, and exploitation of an elderly person.
larimer.gov
· 2025-12-08
An 85-year-old man and 83-year-old woman in California fell victim to a tech support scam after clicking a popup that directed them to call "Microsoft Support Services"; the suspect collected $30,000 from them in person and later attempted to extort an additional $70,000 in gold bars. Arashdeep Dhaliwal was arrested in April 2024 when he returned to collect the gold and subsequently pleaded guilty to felony theft, receiving 30 days jail time at work release, 3 years supervised probation, and ordered to pay $30,000 in restitution to the victims.
financial-planning.com
· 2025-12-08
Charles Schwab is facing a federal lawsuit filed by an 84-year-old man and his 76-year-old wife who allege the financial firm failed to prevent scammers from stealing $18.5 million of their retirement savings. The fraud involved hackers posing as Schwab and law enforcement representatives who manipulated the couple into transferring nearly $30 million to a cryptocurrency exchange, with $18.5 million ultimately converted to crypto and sent to the scammers. This is the third similar lawsuit against Schwab in less than two months, highlighting a broader elder fraud crisis affecting seniors nationwide.