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news.bbc.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A Leicestershire County Councillor warned of a common scam in which fraudsters hacked into his online accounts and attempted to change passwords, then impersonated his bank to solicit personal information. Though the councillor was not defrauded—his two-factor authentication on key accounts prevented unauthorized access—he received a call from a scammer posing as a bank representative requesting address confirmation. Officials advise the public never to share personal or financial details with unsolicited callers and to enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts.
leicestermercury.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Leicestershire County Councillor and former police officer Ozzy O'Shea nearly fell victim to a sophisticated scam in which fraudsters gained unauthorized access to multiple accounts (email, Amazon, National Lottery, and his late wife's accounts) and attempted to impersonate his bank. He recognized the scam when a caller claiming to be from his bank used suspicious tactics and hung up when confronted. Trading Standards has used his experience to remind the public of protective measures including never confirming details to unsolicited callers, using unique passwords, enabling two-step verification, and reporting account hacks immediately.
bbc.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A Leicestershire County Council councillor narrowly avoided falling victim to a multi-account hacking scam after criminals gained access to his email, Amazon, National Lottery, ISA, and bank accounts and attempted to change his passwords. He was protected by two-step security verification already in place on most accounts and became suspicious when a caller claiming to be from his bank requested personal information. Council officials confirmed this scam is currently widespread and warned the public never to share personal or financial details with cold callers.
marbleheadcurrent.org
· 2025-12-08
Retired teacher Doug Fodeman and his neighbor David Deutsch have operated TheDailyScam.com for 12 years to educate people about fraud prevention, inspired after their sons were targeted by online scammers. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost over $10 billion to fraud in 2023, with prevalent schemes including "pig butchering" text scams, fake package delivery notifications, romance and sextortion scams, and fake banking texts. Fodeman provides free weekly newsletters and resources to help people recognize and avoid these increasingly sophisticated scams.
standard.net
· 2025-12-08
This educational article explains how scammers psychologically manipulate victims by exploiting emotions like greed, fear, and need, and by impersonating trusted authorities to create artificial urgency. The piece outlines key fraudulent tactics including social engineering, building false legitimacy through fake websites and documents, and emotional manipulation, then provides protective strategies such as verifying sources independently, resisting pressure to act quickly, and maintaining healthy skepticism toward unsolicited offers.
gbc.gi
· 2025-12-08
Not suitable for Elderus database summary. This article is primarily about a religious appointment (Charles Azzopardi's installation as Gibraltar's Bishop) and only briefly mentions fraud statistics. While it does contain relevant fraud information about 18 suspected cases targeting NatWest and Gibraltar International Bank customers with over £1.5 million reported stolen, the main news focus is not on elder fraud or abuse, making it outside the scope of an elder fraud research database.
levittownnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Pennsylvania House Bill 2064, sponsored by State Representative Joe Hogan, passed the House with bipartisan support (152-49 votes) and is headed to the Senate. The legislation aims to protect seniors from financial exploitation by requiring financial institutions and fiduciaries to report suspected abuse, temporarily halt suspicious transactions, and share information with area agencies on aging, while granting them immunity from liability. According to Hogan, tens of thousands of dollars are lost weekly to scams and fraud in Bucks County alone, making this decade-long legislative effort critical to safeguarding seniors' assets.
cfpublic.org
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud is surging nationwide, costing seniors $3.4 billion annually, with investment scams and cryptocurrency schemes driving dramatic increases in losses. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office formed a dedicated financial fraud unit and launched awareness campaigns, including a screening of the movie "Thelma" that depicted a grandparent falling victim to an impersonation scam—a con that mirrors real schemes targeting seniors' trust and assets. In Volusia County alone, seniors lost approximately $4.6 million over the past year, with detectives recovering only $760,000 of the nearly 575 reported fraud cases.
news-leader.com
· 2025-12-08
Emergency scams, often targeting grandparents, involve fraudsters impersonating loved ones via phone, text, or voicemail to request urgent money for emergencies. Newer versions use AI-generated messages and voice cloning to increase authenticity, making these scams harder to detect. The article advises verifying requests by calling the person directly, protecting social media information, trusting your instincts about suspicious requests, and refusing to send money through untraceable methods like wire transfers or cryptocurrency.
fox10phoenix.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are impersonating the USPS through fake text messages claiming package delivery issues, account suspensions, or waiting packages, attempting to trick recipients into clicking malicious links that steal personal information such as social security numbers and credit card details. The USPS was the most imitated brand in phishing scams during the second quarter, prompting an official alert warning customers that legitimate USPS texts only come from 5-digit short codes and never contain links or requests without prior customer tracking number requests.
foxbusiness.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are impersonating the U.S. Postal Service through deceptive text messages claiming delivery issues or suspended accounts to trick recipients into clicking malicious links and providing personal information such as Social Security numbers, account credentials, and payment card details. The USPS warns customers that it only uses 5-digit short codes for SMS and never includes links in unsolicited texts; recipients should verify package status only through USPS.com and report suspicious messages to authorities.
express.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
This article provides awareness and prevention tips for common tourist scams across Europe, including pickpocketing in crowded areas, inflated bar bills in Budapest, fake police officers posing as authorities to steal money or valuables, and street vendors offering unsolicited items like bracelets or flowers. The piece advises travelers to stay alert, use anti-theft bags, avoid dingy bars with unclear pricing, insist on going to police stations if approached by officers, and trust their instincts when meeting strangers.
daytonatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud is rising nationwide, costing seniors $3.4 billion annually, with Volusia County reporting $4.6 million in losses over the past year as scammers target older adults through imposter calls, investment fraud, and tech scams. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office created a three-person financial fraud unit and used a screening of the movie "Thelma"—which depicts a grandmother falling victim to an imposter scam—to educate 140+ seniors on fraud awareness and prevention. A 90-year-old attendee avoided a fake son/lawyer scam demanding $10,000 by verifying her son's location, exemplifying the importance of
dailymaverick.co.za
· 2025-12-08
This educational article distinguishes between fraud (forged documents, identity theft) and scams (convincing someone to provide money or banking details), noting that romance scams result in the highest monetary losses. The article provides guidance on protecting oneself, including using Google reverse image search to verify photos, recognizing red flags such as urgency, requests for additional payments, impersonation of legitimate companies, unrealistic returns, and unexpected phone service interruptions, and always contacting companies directly using independently sourced contact information.
indiatoday.in
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old Bengaluru woman lost Rs 1.2 crore over 20 days in a scam where criminals impersonated telecom department and Mumbai Crime Branch officials, threatening her with arrest for alleged money laundering and demanding she transfer funds for "verification." The scammers used fabricated documents and intimidation tactics to manipulate the victim into sharing her bank details, then disappeared after the transfer. The article advises staying vigilant against such calls, verifying caller identities through official channels, never sharing financial information with unknown callers, and remembering that genuine officials do not threaten immediate arrest or demand money transfers.
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
A 2024 CelcomDigi survey of 10,839 Malaysians found that 65.5% had encountered scam attempts, with phone calls being the primary method at 52.6%, and 73% reported being actual victims. Most scams involved phone impersonation where callers posing as bank or government representatives requested personal information and payments. The survey revealed low incident reporting rates, with only 6.5% contacting the National Scam Response Centre and 64% unaware the service existed, indicating a significant gap in fraud mitigation despite 87% of respondents claiming increased scam awareness.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old woman from Bengaluru lost Rs 1.28 crore in a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme where scammers impersonated telecom and police officials, falsely accusing her of money laundering and threatening arrest using forged documents to extract her banking information. After she transferred the substantial sum under the pretense it would be returned following a fabricated investigation, the fraudsters became unreachable and she filed a police complaint. The article advises victims to verify requests through official channels, avoid sharing personal information with unsolicited callers, use strong passwords with two-factor authentication, install security software, and monitor bank accounts regularly for suspicious activity.
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
Three businesses in Guernsey fell victim to a sophisticated vishing scam in which fraudsters posing as NatWest International representatives called them and persuaded them to download malicious software that gave hackers complete control of their computers. The Office of the Data Protection Authority warned islanders to exercise extreme caution with unexpected calls, verify callers through independent means, and be particularly wary of scammers exploiting the recent worldwide IT outage as cover; fortunately, none of the targeted businesses suffered financial losses in this incident.
indiatoday.in
· 2025-12-08
Online scammers in India are increasingly targeting elderly individuals through sophisticated fraud schemes, including impersonation of government officials and threats of arrest. Notable cases include a 77-year-old woman in Bengaluru who lost Rs 1.28 crore after scammers posing as telecom and police officials coerced her into sharing bank details, and a Chandigarh woman defrauded of Rs 72 lakh in a "digital arrest" scam. Seniors are particularly vulnerable due to limited digital literacy, natural trust in authority figures, and financial stability, making awareness, verification of unsolicited contacts, and updated device security essential protective measures.
nypost.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly Portland couple lost $44,000 in a Facebook-related scam after the husband searched for Facebook customer service and was directed to a fraudulent website with a fake tech support number. The scammers convinced them their credit card had been hacked, gained remote access to their devices, and manipulated them into wire transferring their life savings to "resolve" fabricated fraudulent activity. The incident reflects a growing trend: FBI data shows fraud complaints from seniors increased 14% in 2023, with total losses reaching $3.4 billion.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article describes 12 common scams targeting seniors, including government impersonation (IRS, Medicare, Social Security), fake charity donations, lottery/sweepstakes schemes, phishing emails, voice recording scams, grandchild emergency requests, computer repair scams, and romance scams. The article advises seniors to verify requests independently, never provide personal information to unsolicited callers, hang up without responding to suspicious calls, and confirm the identity of family members before sending money.
mypunepulse.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old woman in Bengaluru was defrauded of Rs 1.2 crore by scammers posing as government officials who fabricated accusations of illegal SIM card purchase and money laundering, then coerced her into transferring funds by threatening arrest with forged documents. The victim realized she had been scammed only after attempting to contact the fraudsters once the supposed investigation concluded. Key prevention measures include independently verifying caller identities, being skeptical of threats demanding immediate payment, protecting personal financial information, and verifying claims through official channels.
today.rtl.lu
· 2025-12-08
A middle-aged Luxembourg resident lost €30,000 in a "spoofing" scam in which criminals using spoofed Luxembourgish phone numbers impersonated Luxtrust and Payconiq employees, manipulating him into surrendering his bank cards and security codes through a two-hour call. The scammers exploited the victim's compliance after a fake Payconiq message about an expired certificate, then convinced him fraudulent charges had been made and instructed him to enter credentials on a fake Luxtrust page. Despite filing a complaint, recovery is unlikely as the perpetrators operate from abroad and the transferred funds (€10,000 withdrawn from ATM, €
consumer.ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
Scammers impersonate airline customer service representatives on social media to target frustrated travelers experiencing flight delays or cancellations, requesting personal information like booking confirmations, phone numbers, or bank details, or directing victims to spoofed websites to steal their identities. To avoid these scams, travelers should contact airlines only through official channels (app, website, phone, or in-person), never share personal information on social media, and report identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov or file fraud complaints with the FTC.
disb.dc.gov
· 2025-12-08
This educational resource from DISB (District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking) provides information on common scam types to help consumers protect themselves during financial transactions. The tracker includes detailed examples of advance fee scams, affinity scams by licensed professionals, and credit card phishing scams, with specific case narratives and protective strategies such as verifying information directly with legitimate agencies and being cautious of unsolicited financial offers.
live5news.com
· 2025-12-08
Two separate lawsuits have been filed by Lowcountry senior citizens who lost thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency scams involving Bitcoin ATMs. In one Berkeley County case, a victim lost over $11,000 after scammers impersonating bank officials instructed them to withdraw savings and deposit them into a Bitcoin ATM; in another Dorchester County case, a couple nearly lost their entire savings through similar tactics. The plaintiffs are suing financial institutions and Bitcoin ATM operators for alleged negligence in failing to prevent or warn about these suspicious transactions, with scammers exploiting elderly victims' unfamiliarity with cryptocurrency technology.
openaccessgovernment.org
· 2025-12-08
During the COVID-19 pandemic, cybercriminals exploited vulnerable populations through phishing emails (up 220%), fake vaccine offers, and impersonation scams, with older adults particularly targeted due to limited digital literacy and social isolation. Impersonation scam cases doubled to 39,394 in 2020, romance scams increased 38%, and investment scams rose 32%, resulting in £479 million in Authorized Push Payment fraud losses in the UK with victims recovering only £206.9 million. Financial services firms are urged to implement continuous fraud awareness campaigns and change communication practices to avoid inadvertently training customers to fall victim to scams.
wboi.org
· 2025-12-08
Indiana Michigan Power reported a significant surge in utility scams during the first half of 2024, receiving 240 reports by the end of June—125 more than all of 2023 combined. Scammers impersonated I&M using spoofed caller IDs and phone/text messages to demand immediate payment through various methods (prepaid cards, wire transfers, mobile apps) while threatening disconnection, requesting overpayment refunds, or claiming customers needed to pay for meter installations; some scammers also approached customers in person. The Better Business Bureau recommends verifying callers by hanging up and calling the official utility number on your actual bill, avoiding payment through prepaid cards or
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
Guernsey Police warned of a large-scale scam in which fraudsters impersonated NatWest or HSBC representatives, using a recent IT outage as a pretext to call residents and direct them to fake websites or malicious software downloads, resulting in emptied bank accounts for multiple victims including individuals and businesses. Police reported a sharp rise in these reports over one week and advised recipients of suspicious calls to hang up and contact their bank independently, with scam victims encouraged to contact their bank's fraud team or Action Fraud.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
In June, 63 people in Singapore lost at least $10.6 million to scammers impersonating bank officers and government officials in a multi-stage fraud scheme. Victims received unsolicited calls from fraudsters claiming to be bank officers who reported suspicious transactions, then were transferred to additional scammers posing as police or Monetary Authority of Singapore officials who accused them of money laundering and pressured them to transfer funds to fake "safety accounts." Authorities stressed that government officials never request money transfers, personal information, or clicks to banking websites over the phone or text, and advised victims to enable two-factor authentication and verify suspicious claims through official channels.
indeonline.com
· 2025-12-08
Jury duty scams remain persistent threats that use spoofed caller ID, personal information verification, and intimidating claims of missed court dates or arrest warrants to pressure victims into paying thousands of dollars via wire transfer, gift cards, or cryptocurrency. Scammers may also use variations involving malware-infected email attachments or identity theft, with one recent victim losing $1,000 before recognizing the fraud. To protect themselves, people should verify court summons through official postal mail only, independently confirm any judicial claims by contacting official court numbers, ignore urgent pressure tactics, avoid untraceable payment methods, and consult trusted contacts before responding to suspicious communications.
metro.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams peak during summer months, with a 139% increase in reported scam value from May to June compared to March to April, according to Barclays analysis. While men report romance scams more frequently, women lose significantly more money per incident—averaging £8,900 compared to men's £3,500—as scammers build trust to extract financial assistance. The bank also warns of wedding-related invoice scams and advises online daters to verify identities and be cautious of money requests from people they haven't met in person.
gbnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Barclays Bank warns of a sharp rise in romance scams, with a 139% increase in reported cases between March-June 2024 and losses reaching up to £9,000 per victim. While men report romance scams more frequently, women lose significantly more money on average (£8,900 vs. £3,500 for men), with female victims reporting a 43% increase in cases. The bank advises potential victims to verify the identity of online dating contacts before sending money, perform reverse image searches on profile photos, and seek advice from trusted contacts before transferring funds for urgent-sounding requests.
bestlifeonline.com
· 2025-12-08
The Geek Squad scam is a phishing scheme where fraudsters impersonate Best Buy's legitimate tech support service, sending fake renewal invoices or emails claiming a membership is about to be charged or has already been renewed for a substantial amount. When victims call the provided number to cancel, they reach scammers posing as Geek Squad representatives who attempt to extract personal information, financial details, or computer access. Consumers can protect themselves by verifying communications directly through official Geek Squad channels, being skeptical of unsolicited renewal notices, and never providing sensitive information or remote access to callers they haven't independently verified.
mondaq.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance fraud is rapidly rising globally, with UK banks reporting 20% increases in cases, predominantly targeting women (43% more victims than men) through dating apps and social media platforms. Fraudsters build trust over time before manipulating victims into sending money via cryptocurrency, which they believed was irretrievable; however, recent legal developments have enabled courts to freeze and potentially recover stolen cryptocurrency through blockchain-based legal orders. Victims should recognize warning signs including reluctance to video call, fake profiles, sudden requests for money, and excuses preventing in-person meetings, and should report cases despite feelings of embarrassment.
wctv.tv
· 2025-12-08
The Thomasville Police Department is warning residents about "brushing scams" in which victims receive unsolicited packages containing cheap jewelry and products with QR codes that, when scanned, install malware enabling scammers to steal personal data and post fraudulent product reviews. Scammers use this scheme to artificially boost product ratings and sales numbers on multiple websites, potentially tricking consumers into purchasing worthless items. Residents are advised not to scan QR codes in suspicious packages, monitor their accounts and credit reports, change passwords, and notify authorities if they receive such items.
wtop.com
· 2025-12-08
Prince George's County police reported a surge in tech support scams, with over 20 incidents reported in 2024 resulting in nearly $574,000 in losses compared to 13 scams totaling $287,000 in the same period last year. Scammers use malware pop-ups to gain remote access to victims' devices, extract banking information from browsing history, then impersonate Social Security Administration or bank officials to convince victims to withdraw large sums of cash. Police warn that artificial intelligence is making scam communications more sophisticated and urged victims to report incidents rather than remain silent due to embarrassment.
theguardian.com
· 2025-12-08
This is an educational article about fraud vulnerability and evolving scam tactics. The author recounts her personal experience being scammed out of a $2,000 apartment deposit on Craigslist in New York City, which she eventually recovered, and notes that the perpetrator later escalated to defrauding multiple victims of thousands of dollars before being imprisoned. The piece emphasizes that anyone—including young people, journalists, and financial experts—can fall victim to scams, and warns that artificial intelligence is enabling increasingly sophisticated fraud methods, including voice cloning and deepfake video technology, citing examples such as a finance worker being defrauded of $25 million through AI-manipulated video conferencing
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI received more than 147,000 reports of scams and fraud targeting Americans ages 60 and older in 2024, with reported losses exceeding $100,000 more than tripling since 2020. Seniors are targeted because they control over 60% of the nation's wealth, and scammers use sophisticated impersonation, phishing, vishing, and smishing tactics to steal personal and financial information. The article advises awareness of these common scam types and recommends working with financial advisors to identify and protect against fraudulent schemes.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Five Chinese nationals were indicted for operating a multinational fraud ring that scammed over 2,000 seniors out of more than $27 million between 2021 and 2023. The defendants used unsolicited pop-up ads, emails, and phone calls to direct victims to scam call centers in India, then employed social engineering and remote access software to convince victims to send money via wire transfer or express mail packages to Southern California and Nevada addresses, which the defendants picked up using fake identities and laundered through cryptocurrency. Law enforcement arrested four defendants in a coordinated operation in July 2024, while the fifth was arrested in April 2024.
sgvtribune.com
· 2025-12-08
A multinational fraud ring involving five defendants from Southern California and Nevada targeted approximately 2,000 elderly people across the United States, defrauding them of more than $27 million between 2021 and 2023. The scammers used unsolicited pop-ups, emails, and phone calls to lure victims to call centers in India, then gained remote access to their computers and impersonated technical support, government, and bank officials to trick victims into sending money via wire transfer or express mail. The defendants allegedly laundered the stolen funds through cryptocurrency to co-conspirators in India, with four arrested in Los Angeles and Las Vegas in April and one arrested previously.
sandiegouniontribune.com
· 2025-12-08
Five Chinese nationals in California and Nevada conspired with India-based fraudsters to defraud more than 2,000 elderly Americans of over $27 million between 2021 and 2023 through pop-up ads, phishing emails, and phone calls that led victims to phony call centers where scammers impersonated bankers and government officials and gained remote access to their computers. The victims sent cash and wire transfers to real businesses like CVS Pharmacy where the defendants picked up packages using fake IDs, then laundered the money through cryptocurrency transactions with their India-based co-conspirators. Four defendants were arrested during coordinated raids in Nevada and Los Angeles County; the fifth was
kpel965.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly woman in St. Martin Parish, Louisiana received a spoofed phone call from someone impersonating Sheriff Becket Breaux claiming she had an outstanding warrant related to a magazine purchase and was being sought by the FBI. The scammer convinced her to withdraw $2,000 from her bank, purchase gift cards at Dollar General, and provide the card numbers and CVV codes while remaining on the line with her. The St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office warns that these impersonation scams targeting elderly residents use scare tactics and caller ID spoofing, and advises victims to hang up and contact local law enforcement rather than providing personal information.
metro.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams peak during summer months, with a 139% increase in reported scam value from May to June compared to March to April, according to Barclays analysis. While men report romance scams more frequently, women lose significantly more money on average (£8,900 versus £3,500 for men), as scammers pose as romantic interests or impersonate wedding vendors to gain trust and extract funds. Barclays advises online daters to verify identities before sending money and urges victims to report scams without shame, emphasizing that sophisticated tactics and time investment by scammers can fool anyone.
commercialappeal.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, the FTC received over 330,000 reports of business impersonation scams resulting in hundreds of millions in losses, with scammers most frequently impersonating Best Buy/Geek Squad, Amazon, and PayPal. Common tactics include fake alerts about suspicious charges or unauthorized purchases that trick victims into transferring money, buying cryptocurrency, or providing bank access, with losses ranging from thousands to over $124,000 per victim. To protect yourself, avoid responding immediately to unsolicited messages, never use contact information from suspicious messages, and verify requests by contacting companies directly through known legitimate phone numbers or websites.
superhits106.com
· 2025-12-08
The Dubuque Police Department reported a surge in internet-based scams over two months, including Bitcoin ATM scams where victims transfer money via QR codes to scammers' wallets, and pop-up scams falsely claiming computer compromise to trick victims into withdrawing cash for fake bank representatives. Authorities advise the community to be cautious of unsolicited online communications and to trust their instincts when something feels wrong.
cleveland19.com
· 2025-12-08
A Mayfield Heights woman lost nearly $6,000 to a sophisticated phone scam in which fraudsters spoofed a Huntington Bank number, convinced her to withdraw cash and transfer it via Chase Bank ATM, and then coerced her into undressing on FaceTime under the pretense of identity verification. The scammers used panic tactics about fraudulent charges to pressure the victim into moving her money, a common technique that exploits people's fear of losing their accounts. Authorities advise hanging up on unsolicited calls and independently verifying any banking concerns by contacting your bank directly, as legitimate financial institutions will never request personal verification through video call or ask for login credentials.
97x.com
· 2025-12-08
An Ohio woman lost $6,000 in a multi-stage scam that began with a spoofed call impersonating her bank, claiming fraudulent activity required her to transfer funds to a Chase account. The scammers then escalated the scheme by FaceTiming her posing as a bank employee and fraudulently convincing her to undress on camera for a "full body identity verification," causing additional humiliation. The victim was unable to recover her funds, highlighting the importance of verifying bank contacts independently and never sharing personal information or performing unusual actions based on unsolicited calls.
siliconvalley.com
· 2025-12-08
Five Chinese nationals in California and Nevada conspired with India-based fraudsters to defraud over 2,000 elderly Americans of more than $27 million between 2021 and 2023 using tech support scams, government impersonation, and refund schemes. The defendants lured victims through pop-up ads and unsolicited calls to phony Indian call centers, then used remote access software to gain computer control and convince victims to send cash via wire transfer or express mail to businesses like CVS, which the defendants retrieved using fake IDs before laundering funds through cryptocurrency. Four of the five defendants were arrested during coordinated raids in Nevada and Los Angeles County in connection with the federal in
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
Premier League ticket fraud against UK customers increased by approximately one-third in the past season, with an estimated 6,000 fans victimized and losses averaging £177 per person, though some victims lost over £1,000. Criminals posted fake tickets on social media platforms—primarily Facebook Marketplace (56%) and X (26%)—targeting young people aged 18-34, particularly fans of Arsenal and Liverpool, using bank transfers to prevent recovery. Authorities recommend fans purchase only through official channels, use credit cards for added protection, and remain skeptical of rushed offers or deals that seem too good to be true.