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news.abplive.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old retired lecturer in Scotland was defrauded of £17,000 (approximately Rs 18 lakh) by a romance scammer who used AI-generated deepfake videos, fake documents, and impersonation to pose as a woman named "Alla Morgan." The scammer exploited the victim's loneliness following personal losses and gradually extracted money through various pretexts, including gift cards and a fake helicopter fare, before the victim's bank detected the fraud and alerted her. Scotland Police is investigating the case, and the scammer has reportedly continued attempting contact by sending false claims that the impersonated woman is imprisoned and needs money.
avenuemail.in
· 2025-12-08
Cybercriminals created a fake Facebook profile using the photo and identity of former MP and Congress leader Dr. Ajoy Kumar to defraud unsuspecting individuals, with the imposter contacting people with schemes to sell used furniture under false pretenses. Dr. Kumar filed a formal complaint with cyber police, who are investigating and attempting to trace the fraudster, while authorities urge the public to verify social media profile authenticity and report suspicious accounts immediately.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Eyeyah!, a Singapore-based educational platform, partnered with Meta, Singapore Police Force, and other agencies to create a 44-page illustrated magazine teaching students to recognize and resist scams through interactive activities like spotting fake websites and deepfakes. The initiative, which has reached 35 primary schools and multiple secondary institutions, uses art and animation to encourage students to slow down and think critically rather than panic, countering the artificial urgency that scammers create. Singapore's scam cases surged to 26,587 in the first half of 2024 with losses reaching $385.6 million, making such educational efforts increasingly important for protecting young people.
bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Bengaluru experienced severe cybercrime losses in 2024, with criminals stealing an average of ₹5.4 crore daily through digital arrest scams, fake investment schemes, and part-time job frauds, totaling ₹1,806 crore through November with individual losses ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹9 crore. The city recorded 16,357 cybercrime cases by year-end, with police successfully freezing ₹611.29 crore in fraudulent transactions and recovering ₹122.87 crore for victims. Authorities emphasize the critical "golden hour" immediately after fraud is reporte
midfloridanewspapers.com
· 2025-12-08
A man in assisted living was nearly victimized by a deceptive Medicare plan advertisement that would have eliminated crucial health services from his existing coverage, though the policy was reversed within the enrollment window after intervention by a Medicare specialist. The article highlights that seniors lose approximately $2.9 billion annually to scams, with particular vulnerability among those with memory loss who may not remember fraudulent transactions or donations, and emphasizes that awareness, research through the FTC, and proactive caregiver intervention—such as limiting access to financial information—are essential protective measures.
abc12.com
· 2025-12-08
The Flint Police Department is investigating multiple scams targeting senior citizens during the holiday season, with dozens of victims losing thousands of dollars to fraudsters impersonating FBI agents. The scammers use phone calls claiming bank account compromise to trick elderly victims into purchasing gift cards or using Bitcoin ATMs, where they are instructed to enter sensitive information and codes that grant scammers access to their accounts. Police recommend victims ask verification questions and hang up on suspicious calls, and several Bitcoin machines have been disabled in Flint stores in response to the fraud wave.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
A Jamestown, Tennessee pharmacist, Philip Hall, was indicted on nine counts of health care fraud and six counts of aggravated identity theft for submitting false claims totaling over $6 million to Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and Blue Cross Blue Shield between 2018 and May 2024. Hall submitted claims for medically unnecessary prescriptions, drugs that were never dispensed, or medications not ordered by physicians, while also using other people's identities without authorization to obtain reimbursement. If convicted, he faces up to ten years in federal prison per health care fraud count and the government is seeking a money judgment of approximately $6.5 million in fraud proceeds
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
This article provides six free strategies for protecting finances from fraud, particularly during high-risk periods like the holiday season. The recommended safeguards include staying informed about trending scams (adoption, romance, grandparent, and elder fraud), freezing credit with major bureaus when not applying for loans, enabling multi-factor authentication on accounts, using password managers to create strong unique passwords, avoiding clicking links or calling numbers in unsolicited communications, and monitoring accounts regularly for suspicious activity. These preventive measures require no financial investment but can significantly reduce vulnerability to identity theft and fraud year-round.
cutimes.com
· 2025-12-08
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foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
An 82-year-old woman lost her entire life savings to an elaborate scam involving impersonation, psychological manipulation, and coercion that drove her to withdraw funds via Bitcoin and max out credit cards, after which scammers posed as FBI agents claiming to "protect" her and later extracted an additional $20,000. The article outlines common elder fraud tactics—including impersonation, prize scams, tech support fraud, romance scams, and emergency schemes—and provides red flags such as unsolicited requests for sensitive information, urgent payment demands, and requests for untraceable payment methods like cryptocurrency or gift cards.
nanaimobulletin.com
· 2025-12-08
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citizen.co.za
· 2025-12-08
A group of elderly residents in Pietermaritzburg were defrauded of their pension and savings money after paying for a holiday tour that never materialized; the tour operator who collected the funds disappeared and became unreachable, leaving the seniors stranded and waiting for a bus that never arrived.
royalgazette.com
· 2025-12-08
Age Concern Bermuda reports an alarming rise in financial abuse of seniors by trusted individuals and loved ones in positions of trust, alongside escalating digital fraud threats in 2024. Common scams targeting seniors include vishing (impersonation calls), phishing emails, smishing (fraudulent texts), and social media scams, with local residents losing over $1.2 million in one week to scams. The organization recommends seniors verify caller identities independently, avoid unsolicited links and attachments, use written agreements for financial arrangements, and seek professional legal advice for power of attorney documents to protect themselves from exploitation.
myeasternshoremd.com
· 2025-12-08
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The IRS issued an alert warning seniors about increasingly sophisticated tax scams designed to steal personal information and financial assets through manipulative tactics. The agency advises older Americans to avoid sharing sensitive data with unsolicited callers, verify suspicious communications independently, use strong passwords and two-factor authentication, and report fraud to the National Elder Fraud Hotline (833-FRAUD-11) or directly to the IRS.
tribdem.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder financial exploitation is a growing problem in Pennsylvania, with scammers targeting older adults through romance scams, investment fraud, and schemes impersonating banks or government officials to steal money and personal information. The article advocates for updated state legislation to require banks and credit unions to place temporary holds on suspected fraudulent transactions and report them to local aging agencies, while also urging older residents to remain vigilant about recognizing scam warning signs. Current Pennsylvania law does not mandate reporting of elder financial abuse, leaving many vulnerable seniors without adequate legal protections against exploitation by family members, friends, or strangers.
rappler.com
· 2025-12-08
Online scams across Asia surged dramatically in 2023, with Singapore reporting a 47% increase to over 46,000 cases, while young people and those with higher education have become primary targets through social media platforms and fake accounts promoting fraudulent investments and schemes. Scammers exploit young people's emotions and trust through influencers and gaming platforms, while also targeting older adults with more complex psychological narratives; traditional awareness campaigns struggle to keep pace with rapidly evolving scam tactics, particularly AI-generated content and deepfakes that make fraud increasingly difficult to detect.
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly woman in Huddersfield was defrauded of tens of thousands of pounds by a man who impersonated a police officer investigating financial fraud, obtaining her bank details through a cold call and later meeting her in person as part of the scheme. West Yorkshire Police released a photograph of the suspect, described as Asian, approximately 6ft tall, stocky build with dark curly hair, known to frequent Manchester city centre, Leeds city centre, and the Trafford Centre. Officers advised the public not to provide personal financial details to unsolicited callers and to hang up immediately.
ems1.com
· 2025-12-08
Violent crime against seniors in the United States increased 331% over the past decade, prompting a comprehensive safety analysis of all 50 states across seven categories including scams, violent crime, property crime, falls, and healthcare access. New Jersey ranked as the safest state for retirement with low elder fraud and violent crime rates, while East Coast states dominated the top 10; conversely, Western states like Colorado, Nevada, Washington, and Oregon ranked as the least safe due to high property crime, elder fraud, and limited police presence. The research reveals a significant shift in retirement planning priorities, with older adults now prioritizing security alongside traditional factors.
parkrapidsenterprise.com
· 2025-12-08
A WalletHub study ranking states on elder-abuse protections found Minnesota ranks 10th overall, excelling in financial crime legislation (1st) but lagging in abuse complaint reporting (27th). The article highlights a recent case in rural Douglas County where an elderly resident was defrauded of over $100,000 through a gold investment scam, and emphasizes that elder abuse—including physical, financial, emotional, and neglect—often goes unreported and can be perpetrated by family members or caregivers, requiring greater awareness and preventive measures.
giant.fm
· 2025-12-08
Criminal organizations are conducting imposter scams targeting older Americans by posing as representatives from legitimate companies (like PayPal) and then connecting victims to fraudsters claiming to be federal agents who convince them to drain their bank accounts for "security." An elderly couple in Williamson County, Illinois lost $121,000 in such a scam before three Chinese nationals were arrested attempting to pick up the cash; the defendants face federal wire fraud charges.
financial-planning.com
· 2025-12-08
This article discusses the SEC's record $8.2 billion in financial penalties during fiscal 2024, with major enforcement actions including a $4.5 billion case against cryptocurrency firm Terraform Labs, as well as cases addressing AI-related fraud claims, communication tracking failures, and firms' inadequate protections for elderly clients from fraud. The piece notes that with the Trump administration's anticipated arrival, regulatory deregulation is expected, marking a shift from the enforcement-heavy approach of outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler.
mercurynews.com
· 2025-12-08
Qingyun Chen, 30, of San Leandro was arrested for defrauding a 79-year-old Greenbrae resident of over $50,000 through a tech support scam in which the victim received a fake alert claiming her laptop was frozen and was directed to call a number to resolve it. Chen now faces both local charges of grand theft and theft from an elderly adult, as well as federal charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud for her role in convincing the victim to pay couriers to "fix" the computer.
gov1.com
· 2025-12-08
Violent crime against seniors in the United States increased 331% over the past decade, prompting a shift in retirement planning toward safety considerations. Seniorly's analysis of FBI data and federal statistics identified New Jersey as the safest state for older adults to retire, followed by New York and Mississippi, while Colorado and Western states (Nevada, Washington, Oregon, New Mexico) ranked as the most dangerous due to high rates of elder fraud, property crime, and violent crime. The safest states were characterized by strong police presence, lower elder fraud rates, and better healthcare access, with East Coast states dominating the top 10.
kelownacapnews.com
· 2025-12-08
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courant.com
· 2025-12-08
Matthew Ramos-Soto, a 27-year-old from Connecticut, was sentenced to 41 months in federal prison for his role in a multi-state grandparent scam targeting elderly victims. Operating as a courier posing as a bail bondsman, Ramos-Soto collected over $250,000 from victims across the United States between October 2022 and June 2023, as part of a larger fraud network that contacted elderly people claiming their relatives had been arrested and needed bail money. The scheme, which operated across multiple states including Wisconsin, Michigan, Vermont, Rhode Island, and California, resulted in restitution being ordered and prompted federal authorities to emphasize the importance of
thearabtribune.com
· 2025-12-08
Multiple senior citizens across Alabama counties received Medicare scam calls from fraudsters claiming to offer discounts on prescriptions and insurance payments while requesting Social Security numbers and bank account information to "verify." The scammers, who possessed some personal information like addresses and phone numbers, were unable to answer when victims asked them to recite the sensitive data they claimed to have, indicating the calls were part of a widespread fraud scheme targeting seniors.
commercialappeal.com
· 2025-12-08
Older adults reported $1.9 billion in fraud losses to the FTC in 2023-2024, with actual losses potentially reaching $61.5 billion, and they suffer significantly higher median losses ($1,450 for those 80+) compared to younger people ($480 for ages 20-29). Older adults are particularly vulnerable to investment scams ($538 million in losses), tech support scams (5 times more likely than younger people), and romance/impersonation scams, with payment methods ranging from gift cards to cryptocurrency and bank transfers. The FTC and Better Business Bureau are working to combat these scams through enforcement actions and prevention messaging, though challenges remain including
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
A retired U.S. submarine commander lost $3.6 million to scammers in Asia despite his banks' concerns, prompting Virginia lawmakers to propose "Larry's Law" requiring banks to report suspected fraud to police; however, industry lobbyists successfully removed this clause before passage. Across the United States, elderly Americans lose an estimated $28 billion annually to fraud, yet states struggle to hold banks accountable as the industry resists legislation that would increase their liability, citing concerns about costs and customer impact, while existing reporting requirements often go unenforced.
saanichnews.com
· 2025-12-08
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buckscountyherald.com
· 2025-12-08
This op-ed advocates for updated Pennsylvania legislation to better protect older adults from financial exploitation, which takes multiple forms including tech support scams, romance scams, investment fraud, and abuse by trusted individuals. The authors call for amendments to the state's Older Adults Protective Services Act to mandate reporting of elder financial abuse and allow banks to temporarily hold suspected fraudulent transactions while notifying authorities. Bank employees are identified as key defenders against elder financial exploitation, and the authors urge older Pennsylvanians to remain vigilant during the holiday season when scammers are particularly active.
sevendaysvt.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is not about elder fraud, scams, or abuse. It is an editorial note from a newspaper publisher discussing the publication's annual "Backstories" project, where reporters share behind-the-scenes insights about their work, and soliciting financial support from readers and advertisers. While the article briefly mentions a reporter's cover story on senior scams, it does not contain details about the scam itself and is not suitable for the Elderus database.
hawaiinewsnow.com
· 2025-12-08
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hawaiinewsnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scammers are targeting elderly victims, particularly those recently divorced or widowed, by creating fake identities on social media and dating platforms to establish emotional bonds before requesting money under false pretenses. After gaining trust, scammers typically claim they need funds to visit the victim in person, then disappear with the money—sometimes in large amounts. Police advise families to have open conversations with elderly relatives about online safety and to regularly check in with them to help prevent victimization.
wcyy.com
· 2025-12-08
A scam impersonating "The Tax Center" has been targeting Maine residents, falsely claiming they owe back taxes and offering a fraudulent "Complete Tax Forgiveness Program" to eliminate the debt. Senior citizens are particularly vulnerable to this and similar schemes conducted via spoofed phone calls, texts, and malicious links, making it essential to never share personal information with callers and to verify tax matters directly with official government sources.
news4jax.com
· 2025-12-08
A 2024 study by NumberBarn found that Americans lost over $1 billion to robocalls and scam texts, with Jacksonville ranking 4th nationally for complaints (6,305 cases) and Florida 12th overall (160,000 cases). Seniors aged 60 and older were disproportionately affected, losing $405 million to phone scams and $130 million to text scams. Experts recommend avoiding unsolicited calls and texts requesting sensitive information, staying silent if answering suspicious calls, and reporting incidents to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
cfjctoday.com
· 2025-12-08
A 69-year-old woman in Salmon Arm, B.C. lost $9,000 after clicking a fraudulent Facebook link that displayed a fake security warning claiming she had been hacked and would be reported for accessing illegal content. She was manipulated into purchasing Apple iTunes gift cards and providing the codes to scammers, who could not be traced due to the California-based phone number used in the scheme.
vernonnow.com
· 2025-12-08
A 69-year-old Salmon Arm woman lost $9,000 after clicking a Facebook link that displayed a fake security warning claiming she had accessed child pornography and needed to call a number immediately. She purchased iTunes gift cards and provided the card numbers to scammers, despite being warned by a retail clerk about the scam. The RCMP advised victims to attend fraud awareness presentations and have computers professionally reformatted.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Two New York men, Sun Tong Lin and Xueliang Chen, were indicted in December 2024 on wire fraud and conspiracy charges for a scheme targeting elderly victims by convincing them their bank accounts were insecure and persuading them to withdraw cash that was then stolen. The defendants allegedly defrauded at least nine victims of approximately $288,000 and attempted to steal an additional $50,000 from a victim in Tioga County during June and July 2024.
michigan.gov
· 2025-12-08
This is an informational resource page from the Michigan Department of Attorney General detailing senior protection services. The Health Care Fraud Division investigates fraudulent activity by health care providers in the Medicaid program, including misappropriation of patient trust funds and identity theft in care facilities, while the Elder Abuse Task Force works to prevent financial exploitation of nursing home residents. The page provides contact information for multiple state agencies and resources available to report fraud and abuse or seek assistance.
floridabar.org
· 2025-12-08
Southwest Florida lawmakers are sponsoring legislation that would allow vulnerable seniors or their representatives to obtain court injunctions against unknown scammers without requiring an attorney or filing fees, enabling them to freeze bank transactions initiated through untraceable technology like WhatsApp or dating apps. The proposed bill builds on Florida's 2018 Exploitation Injunction law by using substitute service methods to target unidentifiable scammers, addressing the challenge that victims under a scammer's influence may authorize transfers faster than emergency guardianship or other legal interventions can be obtained.
dig.watch
· 2025-12-08
An 82-year-old woman lost her life savings to scammers impersonating the FBI who used intimidation, isolation tactics, and false recovery promises to exploit her, ultimately extracting over $20,000 including funds withdrawn via Bitcoin. The article highlights that elderly individuals are increasingly targeted for sophisticated fraud schemes and recommends verification of requests, limited information sharing, strong security measures, and reporting suspicious activity as protective measures.
messengernews.net
· 2025-12-08
Multiple sheriff's departments in north central Iowa are warning residents of a "grandparent scam" in which callers impersonate family members claiming to be arrested and needing bail money, resulting in victims losing tens of thousands of dollars. Scammers coach victims to lie to banks about withdrawal reasons and arrange for accomplices to collect the cash in person. Law enforcement urges residents to warn elderly and vulnerable family members about this predatory scheme.
thecsruniverse.com
· 2025-12-08
HelpAge India conducts digital literacy workshops and awareness campaigns to help senior citizens navigate technology safely and combat cyber fraud. The organization partners with communities, law enforcement, and volunteers to teach practical skills like online banking and mobile use, while addressing misconceptions about reporting mechanisms and fraud prevention through hands-on training and intergenerational learning programs.
ktvu.com
· 2025-12-08
An 84-year-old Santa Rosa woman lost over $600,000 to cyber fraudsters who impersonated the Department of Treasury and Wells Fargo, claiming her devices were hacked and threatening her with arrest if she didn't comply with their instructions. Over six weeks, she withdrew large sums from her bank account, purchased gold bars at a local rare coins shop, and unwittingly acted as a mule to transport additional gold purchased by another victim in Pennsylvania. The scheme relied on fear and isolation—she told no one about the "investigation"—and while bank employees and the coin shop flagged concerns, the transactions proceeded, ultimately depleting her accounts and financial security.
cnet.com
· 2025-12-08
This article provides an overview of the spam and scam call problem affecting US consumers and discusses potential solutions. According to 2023 data, American consumers received an average of eight spam calls per week, with victims losing an average of $2,257 per scam—a 527% increase from the previous year. While the FCC has implemented technologies like Stir/Shaken and passed regulations to reduce unwanted calls, experts indicate these measures are inadequate, and the article advises consumers to employ defensive strategies such as not answering calls asking for confirmation or using call-blocking services.
fraservalleytoday.ca
· 2025-12-08
A 69-year-old woman in Salmon Arm lost $9,000 after clicking a Facebook link that displayed a fake security alert claiming she had been hacked and threatened with child pornography charges. She was then manipulated by scammers into purchasing iTunes gift cards and providing the details to them, with RCMP unable to recover the funds as they traced to a California phone number. RCMP issued a warning to seniors about this type of fraudulent scheme.
nypost.com
· 2025-12-08
A 67-year-old widow in San Diego lost over $60,000 in savings to a romance scam involving an impersonator claiming to be actor Keanu Reeves over a two-year period, ultimately leaving her homeless and living in her car. The scammer gained her trust by claiming to be the "real" Reeves after she initially blocked a fake account, then repeatedly made excuses to avoid meeting in person while soliciting money, gift cards, and Bitcoin. Romance scams like this cost Americans $1.1 billion in 2023, and the victim is now speaking publicly to raise awareness about the targeting of elderly and lonely individuals.
m.economictimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Katherine Goodson, a 67-year-old California woman, lost tens of thousands of dollars over two years to a romance scam in which a fraudster impersonated actor Keanu Reeves, resulting in her becoming homeless. In 2023, romance scams caused over $650 million in losses nationwide, with adults over 60 suffering $3.4 billion in total losses. The FTC advises recognizing red flags such as refusal to meet in person or requests for unconventional payments like gift cards, and recommends ceasing communication immediately if a scam is suspected.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
A 67-year-old San Diego widow lost over $60,000 in savings to a romance scam involving an impersonator claiming to be actor Keanu Reeves, who convinced her to send money and cryptocurrency over two years by promising marriage despite never meeting in person. After the money ran out in August, the scammer became hostile, leaving Goodson homeless and living in her car; she went public to raise awareness about celebrity romance scams targeting seniors, as romance fraud cost Americans $1.1 billion in 2023.