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wthr.com
· 2025-12-08
Two New Castle correctional officers, Martins Chidiobi and Lawrence Onyesonwu, pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft after stealing personally identifiable information from at least five inmates and using their identities to open nine fraudulent bank accounts, through which $331,282 was deposited—most withdrawn as cash or transferred to Nigerian accounts originating from romance scams and other fraud schemes. Both men were sentenced to three years in prison, followed by two years of supervised release and $5,000 fines each.
valleybreeze.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud complaints rose 14 percent nationally in 2023, resulting in $3.4 billion in losses, with Rhode Islanders over 60 losing $7.4 million to scams. U.S. Sen. Jack Reed, AARP Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island State Police held an Elder Fraud Prevention Summit to educate older adults on detecting and reporting fraud, emphasizing that tech support, romance, and investment scams are among the most common schemes targeting seniors. Experts stressed that victims should report incidents immediately and stay informed about evolving scams, noting that sophisticated criminals use artificial intelligence and psychological manipulation rather than targeting inherent vulnerabilities in older adults.
pmg-ky3.com
· 2025-12-08
Scams and fraud have surged nationwide, with the Federal Trade Commission reporting scams more than doubled in 2020, Kentucky alone losing $13 million in 2021, and elder fraud reports to the FBI increasing 62% between 2020-2021. Elderly residents are disproportionately affected but often fail to report incidents due to embarrassment, while criminals employ evolving tactics including skimming devices, robocalls (60% of U.S. calls in 2022), phishing emails, and business impersonation schemes. Detective Dean Hutchinson recommends verifying caller identities independently, ignoring unsolicited bank emails, and being cautious with payment apps
fox35orlando.com
· 2025-12-08
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office warned the public about romance scams after the FBI reported that nearly 20,000 Americans lost over $700 million to these schemes in 2022. The advisory outlined two common tactics: "stuck" scammers who build romantic connections then request money for travel emergencies, and "investment" scammers who pose as romantic interests to manipulate victims into depositing tens of thousands of dollars into fake investment accounts that eventually lock. Authorities recommend using dating app verification tools and reporting suspected scams to the sheriff's office.
einpresswire.com
· 2025-12-08
Nearly 80 million U.S. consumers (30% of the population) lost an average of $545 to scams between 2020-2024, with identity theft being the most common type and romance scams causing the largest financial impact at nearly $2,000 per victim. While 69-74% of victims recovered some losses through their banks or credit card issuers, over half considered switching financial institutions, and consumers identified advanced fraud detection and AI-based monitoring technologies as the most important safeguard against future scams.
kiro7.com
· 2025-12-08
According to the FTC, seniors reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud last year, with bank transfers and cryptocurrency being the most commonly exploited payment methods; however, the agency estimates total senior fraud losses could reach as high as $61.5 billion when accounting for unreported incidents. Romance scams and business impostor schemes are prevalent, with victims often reluctant to report due to shame or fear of being perceived as incapable by family members. The FTC has launched the Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group and is seeking congressional amendments to strengthen its ability to recover funds for victims and prevent criminals from retaining illegally obtained profits.
boston25news.com
· 2025-12-08
Seniors reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud last year, with actual losses potentially reaching $61.5 billion when accounting for unreported cases, according to an FTC report highlighting romance scams, business impostor schemes, and cryptocurrency fraud as major threats. Older Americans face particular vulnerability due to retirement funds, life insurance proceeds, and assets that criminals target, and many victims avoid reporting due to shame or fear of being perceived as incapable. The FTC is strengthening protections through the Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group and seeking congressional amendments to expand refund authority, while experts emphasize the need for banks and law enforcement to deploy advanced technology and increase criminal prosecution efforts.
abnnewswire.net
· 2025-12-08
Research from 2024 found that approximately 30% of U.S. consumers lost money to scams between 2020-2024, with nearly 80 million Americans affected and average losses of $545 per victim. Identity theft was the most common scam type (24% of victims), while romance scams caused the highest financial impact with average losses of nearly $2,000 and longer victim engagement. Nearly 70% of victims recovered some losses through their banks, though 54% considered switching financial institutions following the incident, with 59% identifying enhanced fraud detection technology as the most important fraud safeguard.
legion.org
· 2025-12-08
The IRS announced tax relief for Florida residents affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene, extending filing deadlines to May 1, 2025, for most individual and business returns, with automatic penalty relief for those with addresses in disaster areas. The IRS also warned taxpayers to be vigilant against charity scams that often follow disasters, recommending they verify charities through the Tax Exempt Organization Search tool and avoid donating via gift cards, wire transfers, or to solicitors requesting personal financial information.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Leroy Artemus Tolbert, III, a 35-year-old from Michigan, pleaded guilty to wire fraud after fraudulently applying for Lowe's credit cards using another person's identity and purchasing approximately $100,000 in merchandise across multiple states including West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. Tolbert has agreed to pay $100,000 in restitution and faces up to 20 years in prison, with sentencing to be determined by a federal judge.
wnyt.com
· 2025-12-08
A 21-year-old Boston man was arrested for his role as a courier in a tech support scam that defrauded a 75-year-old Berkshire County resident of approximately $420,000 between June and October 2024. The victim was targeted via a computer pop-up claiming to be from Microsoft, then deceived into believing he was involved in money laundering and instructed to withdraw cash in installments and hand it to couriers; the suspect was arrested after delivering a box of cash to an undercover officer posing as the victim. Urvishkumar Vipulkumar Patel was charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and release
justice.gov
· 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 personally identifiable information from at least five inmates and using their identities to open fraudulent bank accounts between 2015 and January 2019. The defendants received at least $331,282 in fraud proceeds through these accounts, primarily from romance scam victims, and withdrew most funds as cash or transferred them to Nigerian bank accounts. Both men were also ordered to pay $5,000 fines and serve two years of supervised release following their prison sentences.
startribune.com
· 2025-12-08
Dodzi K. Kordorwu, 38, of Brooklyn Park was sentenced to 5¼ years in prison for his role in a nationwide romance fraud scheme that defrauded dozens of primarily older victims of more than $2.1 million over four years. Operating under fake personas like "Dr. Carmen Williams," Kordorwu built false romantic relationships with victims to convince them to send money, exploiting their emotional vulnerability and isolation. He was ordered to make full restitution and serve three years of supervised release.
thepaypers.com
· 2025-12-08
This is an introductory piece for The Paypers' 2024 report on fraud detection technologies, not a news article about a specific fraud incident.
**Summary:** The report documents rising fraud challenges in financial services, with authorized fraud growing 22% in 2023 and average fraudulent transaction amounts increasing 43% to $3,222. The inaugural Next-Gen Tech to Detect Fraud and Fincrime Report 2024 examines emerging threats including APP fraud, investment scams, and romance scams, while exploring how financial institutions can leverage AI, data sharing, and regulatory compliance strategies to combat financial crime in an evolving threat landscape.
boston25news.com
· 2025-12-08
A 48-year-old New York man was indicted for attempting to steal $20,000 from a 77-year-old New Hampshire resident as part of a bank impersonation scam, where he posed as a courier to pick up cash after a fraudster called the victim claiming his bank account was compromised. Wenhua Zhuo traveled to the victim's home in Richmond and was arrested after approaching the victim who had withdrawn over $1,500 in cash, and he faces a class A felony charge of attempted theft by deception.
berkshireeagle.com
· 2025-12-08
A 75-year-old North Adams man lost over $400,000 in a tech support scam that operated from June to September, in which a caller posing as a federal agent convinced the victim to withdraw cash and hand it to couriers, claiming he was implicated in money laundering. Boston resident Urvishkumar Vipulkumar Patel, 21, was arrested after an FBI sting operation at the victim's home and charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud; he claimed he was hired to pick up packages and deliver them for a cut. The FBI advises that legitimate federal agencies never request money by phone or send couriers to collect funds
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Nathaniel Wills, a 34-year-old accountant and Director of Administration in Indiana, stole approximately $952,237 from his employer over 18 months (August 2020 to February 2022) by fraudulently transferring funds to his personal accounts and falsifying accounting records to conceal the theft. Wills used the stolen money to pay personal debts and fund online gambling, causing substantial financial hardship to his employer and employees. He was sentenced to 41 months in federal prison, three years supervised release, and ordered to pay $877,507 in restitution.
newportdispatch.com
· 2025-12-08
A 48-year-old New York resident, Wenhua Zhuo, was indicted on felony charges of attempted theft by deception for allegedly serving as a courier in a scheme targeting a 77-year-old Richmond, New Hampshire man. The scam involved a fraudulent call claiming to be from the victim's bank, instructing him to withdraw $20,000; Zhuo allegedly traveled to the victim's home to collect money, with over $1,500 in currency present at the time of the attempted pickup. The case was investigated by the Attorney General's Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Unit, with Zhuo's arraignment scheduled for November 7.
aws.amazon.com
· 2025-12-08
This article describes Wipro and AWS's development of an Intelligent Financial Fraud Detection (IFFD) solution designed to address gaps in traditional fraud detection systems. The system uses AI and deep learning to detect fraud in real-time, with particular focus on elder fraud, which the FBI reported affected over 101,000 people age 60+ in 2023 with losses exceeding $3.4 billion. IFFD aims to reduce false positives to under 5% while identifying emerging threats like investment scams, romance scams, and grandparent scams before funds are transferred.
wbrz.com
· 2025-12-08
The East Baton Rouge Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) hosted its annual SALT Expo at the Baker Municipal Auditorium to educate local seniors about current financial fraud schemes and scams. The event featured vendors and law enforcement personnel from around the area who provided resources and contact information, emphasizing the importance of seniors reaching out to authorities or trusted contacts when encountering suspicious activities.
aba.com
· 2025-12-08
The American Bankers Association Foundation announced seven 2024 Community Commitment Award winners, recognizing banks for exceptional corporate social responsibility programs across categories including affordable housing, financial education, and protecting older Americans. American Riviera Bank in Santa Barbara won in the "Protecting Older Americans" category for its Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention program, which trains frontline staff and collaborates with law enforcement to prevent elder financial abuse while providing online educational resources.
kffhealthnews.org
· 2025-12-08
The Veterans Affairs Department is investigating Acadia Healthcare, a major psychiatric hospital chain, for allegedly defrauding government insurance programs by keeping patients hospitalized longer than medically necessary to increase profits from Medicare and Medicaid. The investigation follows similar inquiries from federal prosecutors in Manhattan, a Missouri grand jury, and anticipated scrutiny from the SEC and other agencies.
coinmarketcap.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police dismantled a sophisticated cryptocurrency investment scam network on October 9, detailing 27 suspects (aged 21-34) who used AI-generated deepfakes and fake online personas to defraud victims of approximately $46 million through romance schemes. The operation, discovered in a 4,000-square-foot facility in Hung Hom, employed university graduates as technical experts and featured detailed training manuals in multiple languages to manipulate victims into fraudulent crypto investments, with suspects linked to China, Taiwan, India, and Singapore.
metro.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Megan Clarke discovered that her fiancé of 18 months, who presented himself as aristocratic watch-seller "Lord Bertie Underwood," was actually serial con artist Robert Madejski using a fabricated identity, fake accent, and false backstory to manipulate her into an engagement. After finding mail addressed to other names and conducting online searches, she uncovered his previous fraud convictions and learned that virtually everything about their relationship—including her Cartier ring—was fraudulent, prompting him to disappear before their planned wedding. The case exemplifies the growing prevalence of romance scams in the UK, where Citizens Advice found nine million people fell victim to scams in the
pentictonherald.ca
· 2025-12-08
The Palmyra Women's Institute is hosting a scam prevention education session featuring Chatham-Kent Police Special Constable Brenda Koldyk to address rising fraud losses in the community, including grandparent scams, romance scams (one victim lost $250,000), and various other schemes targeting seniors and vulnerable individuals. The November 7 session will cover warning signs, prevention strategies, and common scam types such as tax fraud, home renovation fraud, and impersonation scams, with Koldyk advising victims to verify requests with family members before sending money or gift cards.
news.trendmicro.com
· 2025-12-08
Cybercriminals are conducting multiple scams this week involving deceptive texts and emails impersonating FasTrak, Apple, U.S. and Canadian customs services, and NY Toll Services to steal personal and financial data. These scams use urgent messaging and malicious links to harvest credentials and information, which scammers then use for identity theft, financial fraud, or sell on the dark web. To protect yourself, remain skeptical of unexpected communications, avoid clicking unfamiliar links, verify sources directly with institutions, and use security tools like Trend Micro ScamCheck.
onmanorama.com
· 2025-12-08
**Digital Arrests Scam in India**
Scammers in India are conducting "digital arrest" fraud, impersonating law enforcement officers via video calls to falsely accuse victims of crimes and extort money while confining them to their homes. High-profile victims include Malayalam actor Maala Parvathi (who avoided loss) and former church leader Dr. Geevarghese Mor Coorilos (who lost Rs 15 lakh), while an atomic energy institute employee was defrauded of Rs 71.33 lakh; Kerala Police advise victims to use common sense, noting that India has no law permitting arrests over phone or
etvbharat.com
· 2025-12-08
A Gwalior businessman was defrauded of Rs 49 lakhs between July 2023 and February 2024 by international scammers posing as representatives of a UK-based pharmaceutical company, who lured him with promises of 20% commissions for exporting raw materials from Telangana. Police arrested a Tanzanian national and a woman from Meerut operating from Delhi in connection with the scheme, which involved 15 different bank accounts and has allegedly victimized multiple businessmen across India.
wboc.com
· 2025-12-08
Worcester County Sheriff's Office warns of an active phone scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers, using real deputies' names and demanding payment for missed jury duty or arrest warrants. The sheriff's office emphasizes that legitimate law enforcement and government agencies never demand payment over the phone, and advises victims to hang up immediately and avoid sharing personal information or making payments.
thesun.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Megan Clarke, 20, fell victim to a romance scam perpetrated by a man claiming to be "Lord Bertie Underwood," whom she met in 2017 and became engaged to within six months. Upon discovering his true identity through online research approximately one year into the relationship, she learned he was a serial fraudster using multiple aliases with a criminal history, and that he had secretly opened credit cards and loans in her name, leaving her £30,000 in debt before fleeing. Though Megan reported the incident to police and Action Fraud, authorities were unable to recover her losses.
azcentral.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost an estimated $12.5 billion to online scams in the past year, with artificial intelligence-generated "deepfake" videos making investment frauds increasingly difficult to detect—the FBI estimates 39% of victims fell for deepfake-based schemes involving fabricated videos of business leaders, celebrities, or romantic interests. Scammers exploit AI to duplicate voices, crack passwords, and process large volumes of data, while most stolen money goes unrecovered, particularly when criminals demand payment in cryptocurrency and operate from overseas. Common defenses include using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and scrutinizing videos for unnatural movements, inconsistent lighting, and mismatched lip movements
thehindu.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Former Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy criticized the Puducherry government, citing recent arrests and CBI investigations into corruption cases involving government officials and employees, including a data entry operator found to possess approximately ₹106 crore in assets. He alleged that ruling party members have acted with impunity, pointing to temple land encroachments and cases of officials acquiring disproportionate assets as evidence of systemic corruption that the current administration has failed to address.
ironmountaindailynews.com
· 2025-12-08
Computer scams continue to evolve with increasing sophistication, affecting even experienced and intelligent computer users. This educational piece outlines eight prevalent scam types: imposter/impersonation scams, pig butchering scams (fake investment schemes), romance scams, payment app scams, online shopping scams, delivery scams, lottery scams, charity scams, and robocalls—each employing psychological tactics like creating false urgency, building trust, or exploiting guilt to manipulate victims into surrendering money or personal information. The article advises readers to remain vigilant and informed about these tactics regardless of their computer experience level.
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
Truong My Lan was sentenced to life in prison for masterminding Vietnam's biggest-ever scam, a US$27 billion fraud at Saigon Commercial Bank that defrauded approximately 36,000 people and equaled about 6% of Vietnam's 2023 GDP. Victims including diapers seller Nguyen Thi Huong (who lost US$20,000) and fish sauce seller Hoang Thi Cuc (who lost US$140,000) have expressed deep anger and lost trust in authorities, as the court ordered compensation with no details on payment timeline or implementation.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
AARP Louisiana hosted an "Unmasking Fraud" educational event with nearly 150 attendees to equip older adults with knowledge to recognize and prevent scams, featuring expert speaker Paul Greenwood, a stakeholder roundtable, and resource fair. The Louisiana Attorney General's Office received the inaugural Fraud Fighter of the Year Award for its fraud-prevention efforts, and the event was broadcast on AARP Louisiana's Facebook, YouTube, and The Advocate's platforms to reach wider audiences. The event aims to inform future legislative solutions and strengthen Louisiana's protections against the fastest-growing threat to the state's aging population.
rollingout.com
· 2025-12-08
An 81-year-old grandmother from Washington D.C. lost her entire life savings of $109,000 to a phone scammer posing as a Social Security Administration agent who convinced her that her personal information had been compromised and instructed her to transfer funds to secure her accounts. Despite red flags including grammatical errors in a fake Supreme Court certificate and the scammer's requests for unusual payment methods, Baxley made multiple transfers totaling $109,000 before her son discovered the fraud. This case reflects a broader trend in which scams targeting seniors aged 60 and older resulted in over $3.4 billion in losses last year, with experts advising that legitimate government agencies communicate
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022, with over 69,000 complaints filed to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. People aged 60 and older were disproportionately affected, reporting over $1.6 billion in losses across 16,806 complaints, primarily through investment fraud schemes and relationship-building scams that use fake websites and recovery schemes. Common tactics include scammers promising unrealistic returns via unsolicited contact, building trust through dating apps and social media before pushing crypto investment, and impersonating recovery specialists to steal additional funds from victims.
sbs.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Bank impersonation scams, where criminals pose as bank representatives via phone, email, or message to solicit personal information or funds, are rising across Australia and caused $11 million in losses between January and September 2023, with over-55s accounting for 56 percent of impersonation scam losses. To protect yourself, independently verify any banking communication by contacting your bank directly using details from official statements or websites, and remember that legitimate banks never request passwords, security codes, PINs, or ask customers to transfer money for safekeeping over the phone.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
"Blessing scams" targeting elderly Asian women are rising globally, particularly in Chinese communities across the UK, US, Australia, and Canada. The scam involves groups of women using scripted Cantonese conversations to convince victims that spiritual blessings can save their family members, then persuading them to surrender valuables in exchange for fake "blessed" items. Victims have lost life savings and possessions, while police investigations in major cities have resulted in few arrests despite multiple reports.
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.
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.
ici.radio-canada.ca
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are exploiting high demand for Taylor Swift's sold-out Eras Tour tickets in Canada by hacking social media accounts and posing as friends to sell fake tickets, defrauding victims of thousands of dollars each. One Toronto woman's hacked Facebook account was used to scam at least four people out of up to $1,600 each, and despite numerous reports to Facebook and police, the fraudulent account remained active. Experts recommend verifying seller identity by contacting the person directly, as police note recovered funds are rare due to the volume of fraud reports.
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.
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.
livebitcoinnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police arrested 27 individuals operating a "pig butchering" romance scam ring that stole $46.3 million from victims across Mainland China, India, and Singapore. The scammers posed as romantic partners online and used AI deepfake technology and fake cryptocurrency investment platforms to deceive primarily male victims into transferring digital assets, which they never recovered. The operation was run from an industrial complex in Hong Kong's Hung Hom neighborhood and employed trained staff and contracted developers to execute the scheme.
thepaypers.com
· 2025-12-08
In the first half of 2024, criminals stole £571.7 million through unauthorized and authorised fraud in the UK, a 1.5% decrease from 2023, though unauthorized fraud cases rose 19% to over 1.5 million incidents with card-not-present fraud increasing 26%. Authorised push payment (APP) fraud losses declined 11% to £213.7 million, with notable decreases in romance scams, investment scams, and impersonation fraud, and 59% of APP losses were recovered and returned to victims. Banks prevented £710.9 million in unauthorized fraud through security systems, with 98% of unauthorized fraud victims fully
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.
urbanmilwaukee.com
· 2025-12-08
Lakia Jackson, a 34-year-old Milwaukee woman, was indicted in October 2024 for a $3.7 million health care fraud scheme involving We Care Services, where she allegedly offered kickbacks to recruit pregnant women and new mothers for prenatal and childcare coordination services, then submitted false claims for services never provided. Jackson also submitted claims for services allegedly provided before clients were ever enrolled or met with her agency. She faces multiple federal charges including health care fraud, kickback violations, money laundering, and aggravated identity theft, with potential sentences reaching up to 20 years in prison per count.
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
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.