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cadillacnews.com
· 2025-12-08
The Wexford County Sheriff's Office warned residents about a surge in "grandparent" and "bond" scams targeting older adults, where fraudsters impersonate grandchildren or law enforcement officers claiming a relative needs urgent bail money. Red flags include demands for immediate cash withdrawals, claims that a courier will collect money in person, and emotional manipulation such as screaming in the background. Law enforcement emphasized that police will never send someone to collect money and advised victims to verify callers through family members or by contacting police directly.
clintonherald.com
· 2025-12-08
This advice column addresses seniors' concerns about potential identity theft from government data access, offering practical protection strategies. The column recommends placing either a fraud alert or credit freeze on credit files through the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion), with details on how each works and contact information provided. Readers are also advised to monitor credit reports regularly and understand that these protections are free and will not affect credit scores.
25newsnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Bartonville's Alpha Park Public Library and Police Department hosted a community safety event for seniors to educate them about scams, an initiative running over 25 years in the aging community. Police Chief Anthony Segree reported that the department receives multiple annual reports of seniors falling victim to scams resulting in thousands of dollars in losses, which are difficult to trace and prosecute. The event connected seniors with various community organizations offering healthcare, legal assistance, and safety resources.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly couple in Karnataka's Belagavi district died by suicide after losing Rs 50 lakh to a digital arrest scam that targeted them from January onward, with fraudsters claiming illegal activity on a SIM card registered in their names and continually demanding money despite repeated payments. The article highlights that seniors are increasingly targeted by scammers due to their larger savings and limited digital literacy, with many scams—including romance and impersonation schemes—going unreported due to victims' fear and embarrassment.
butlereagle.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI warns that grandparent scams have cost Western Pennsylvania residents over $50,000, with criminals posing as family members in financial distress and using social media to gather personal information about elderly targets. Seniors are particularly vulnerable because they tend to be trusting and financially stable, yet often don't report fraud due to shame or lack of knowledge. The FBI recommends victims hang up and independently verify caller identity, resist pressure to act quickly, and report suspected scams to ic3.gov.
ktar.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article identifies five major scams targeting seniors: "pig butchering" (long-term cryptocurrency investment schemes), tech support scams, government impersonation scams, grandparent scams (sometimes using voice-cloning AI), and sweepstakes/lottery scams. The article explains that older adults are targeted due to larger savings, higher trust levels, and potential unfamiliarity with technology, and recommends seniors watch for red flags including urgency, requests for untraceable payments (gift cards, wire transfers, crypto), poor grammar, and suspicious requests—while seeking a second opinion before sharing personal information or money.
ckom.com
· 2025-12-08
A 44-year-old Montreal woman, Veronique Charpentier, was arrested for perpetrating the "grandparent scam" across Saskatchewan, posing as a bail bondsperson to defraud seniors. Police in Moose Jaw received approximately 30 calls on a single day from victims who had handed over cash, while three additional victims in Saskatoon were targeted between March 17-20. Charpentier faces multiple fraud charges over $5,000, and police seized proceeds of crime during a search warrant execution.
uk.news.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
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wpxi.com
· 2025-12-08
Five Western Pennsylvanians lost $50,000 total to the "Grandparents Scam," in which scammers impersonate family members or attorneys claiming a relative needs emergency help. Luis Alfonso Bisono Rodriguez, a Dominican Republic national living in Cleveland, was arrested for orchestrating the scheme and using ride-share services like Uber to collect payments from victims. The FBI urges additional victims to come forward and advises the public to verify unexpected calls from relatives, resist pressure to act quickly, and never send cash or wire money to unknown callers.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
Real estate scammers are increasingly targeting seniors, with those over 60 reporting losses exceeding $3.4 billion in 2023 according to FBI data. Common scams include deed theft and title fraud (where scammers forge signatures and file false deeds), wire transfer fraud (impersonating title companies to solicit payments), and exploitation by trusted individuals who offer to purchase homes at steep discounts. Seniors can protect themselves by monitoring property records, verifying any financial requests directly with their lender, placing assets in trusts, and using powers of attorney that require unanimous consent before property sales.
nasdaq.com
· 2025-12-08
Real estate scammers are increasingly targeting older Americans to steal home equity, with those over 60 reporting $3.4 billion in losses in 2023 according to FBI data. Common scams include deed theft and title fraud (using forged documents), wire transfer fraud impersonating title companies or escrow services, predatory offers from acquaintances to purchase homes at steep discounts, and contractor scams. Protective measures include regularly checking county deed records, verifying all property-related communications directly with mortgage companies, placing assets in trusts, and using powers of attorney that require unanimous consent for property sales.
dailyinterlake.com
· 2025-12-08
Montana State University graduate students created an educational presentation about common scams after one student's grandfather received an AI-generated voice call impersonating the student and requesting $15,000. The accounting students presented fraud prevention information to senior audiences in Bozeman, covering family impersonation scams, tech support scams, government impersonation scams, and phishing, with attendees reporting personal losses of thousands of dollars to scammers.
barchart.com
· 2025-12-08
Real estate scams targeting seniors have surged as home values increased post-COVID, with Americans over 60 reporting losses exceeding $3.4 billion in 2023 according to FBI data. Common scams include deed theft and title fraud (where scammers forge signatures and file false deeds), wire transfer fraud (impersonating title companies to request emergency payments), and exploitation by trusted individuals offering to purchase homes at steep discounts. Protective measures include placing assets in trusts, using powers of attorney with unanimous agreement requirements for property sales, and periodically verifying property records with county recorders.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
This article outlines common scams targeting seniors, including "pig-butchering" schemes that build trust over time before convincing victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency platforms, as well as tech support scams, government impersonation scams, grandparent scams using voice cloning, and sweepstakes frauds. Older adults are particularly vulnerable due to larger savings, higher trust levels, and potential unfamiliarity with technology, compounded by factors like cognitive decline and social isolation. Key prevention strategies include teaching seniors to recognize red flags such as urgency, requests for untraceable payments (gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency), poor grammar, and soliciting personal information—and encouraging them to verify
classicrock961.com
· 2025-12-08
An international fraud scheme originating from India targeted Texas seniors and 20 other victims across the country, with scammers impersonating U.S. Government officials to steal nearly $6 million total, including $300,000 from a Georgetown woman whose case resulted in an eight-year prison sentence. Money losses among people over 60 increased 11% in 2023, prompting fraud prevention efforts and advice from AARP to help seniors recognize and report scams rather than remaining silent due to embarrassment.
fool.com
· 2025-12-08
**Real Estate Scams Targeting Seniors (2025)**
Scammers are exploiting rising home values to target homeowners over 60, with reported losses exceeding $3.4 billion in 2023 alone. Common schemes include deed theft and title fraud (using forged documents to claim ownership), wire transfer scams (impersonating title companies to demand money), manipulation by trusted individuals offering to buy properties at steep discounts, and contractor fraud. Seniors can protect themselves by placing assets in trusts, using powers of attorney with unanimous consent requirements for property sales, monitoring county deed records regularly, and verifying any claims about property or mortgage issues directly with their lender
azcentral.com
· 2025-12-08
Older adults are frequent targets of scams because they typically have substantial savings, higher trust levels, and lower technological literacy. Scammers exploit emotional triggers like fear, urgency, greed, and confusion to manipulate seniors into surrendering money or personal information, with schemes like "pig-butchering" and others specifically designed to target this vulnerable population.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 38-year-old man named Ashish Sharma in New Delhi operated an online traffic challan scam, posing as an RTO officer and using fake police credentials to contact vehicle owners threatening permit cancellation unless they paid fines immediately. Sharma exploited his position as a private agent at Ghaziabad RTO to illegally access vehicle registration files and combined this data with information from the e-Vahan app to target victims convincingly; he defrauded at least one victim of Rs 12,500 before being arrested following police investigation that traced bank records and call details. The case highlights the growing trend of e-challan scams targeting individuals through fear of traffic
boston25news.com
· 2025-12-08
An 88-year-old Hingham, Massachusetts resident lost $15,500 in a phishing scam after receiving a fraudulent email impersonating the Federal Trade Commission. The scammers convinced her that her daughter was in financial trouble and instructed her to send a cashier's check to an address in Illinois, where it was cashed immediately. Police emphasize that awareness and education are the most effective prevention methods, recommending residents delete, block, or ignore suspicious communications.
the420.in
· 2025-12-08
An 87-year-old retired doctor in Mumbai lost ₹16.14 lakh after a scammer posing as a BMC pest control official sent her a phishing link, compromising her mobile banking and enabling over 40 unauthorized transactions across multiple accounts between December 2024 and January 2025. The fraudster initially tricked the victim by requesting a ₹50 registration fee and assuring a refund, but once the malicious link was clicked, funds were systematically siphoned from her Kotak Mahindra, Punjab National, and Axis Bank accounts. The West Cyber Police registered an FIR and are investigating the case as a phishing scam
paymentsjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
Cybercriminals are launching increasingly sophisticated tax-themed phishing campaigns during tax season, using generative AI to create convincing emails impersonating the IRS and tax preparation services like TurboTax and H&R Block. These emails contain malicious links and PDFs that install malware or remote access trojans when clicked, exploiting consumers' time pressure and anxiety about filing deadlines. Security experts recommend that legitimate service providers direct customers to official websites and apps rather than sending links via email or text, and emphasize that the IRS never contacts taxpayers via email or phone to request personal information.
communitynewspapers.com
· 2025-12-08
Frauds and scams are escalating in Miami-Dade County, with consumers nationwide reporting over $12.5 billion in losses to fraud in 2024—a 25 percent increase from the previous year—and seniors facing particular vulnerability to identity theft, telemarketing fraud, and fraudulent solicitations. In response, District 5 Commissioner Eileen Higgins launched Lunch and Learn workshops in partnership with the county's Consumer Protection Division, which have educated over 100 seniors across low-income housing communities with ten workshops planned total. The workshops provide practical fraud prevention strategies, including guidance on protecting personal information, recognizing scams, monitoring financial accounts, and reporting suspicious activity to
investopedia.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are increasingly targeting 401(k) retirement accounts through multiple methods including phishing emails, fake investment platforms, impersonation phone calls and text messages, robocalls with AI voice impersonations, and fraudulent rollover schemes. To protect retirement savings, individuals should use two-factor authentication, create strong unique passwords, monitor account notifications, and only conduct rollovers with trusted financial institutions while remaining vigilant against suspicious communications and fake investment opportunities.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
A 56-year-old former financial advisor in Fox Island, Washington was indicted for stealing over $920,000 from a widow in her 70s by exploiting her trust and moving funds from her brokerage and bank accounts into his own accounts through multiple transactions. Winslow used the stolen money to purchase personal assets including an island home, hot tub, car, and jewelry, and attempted to conceal the fraud by funneling funds through gold coin purchases and layered transactions while falsifying his tax returns. He faces charges including wire fraud, mail fraud, money laundering, and tax fraud, with trial scheduled for June 2025.
news18.com
· 2025-12-08
A 59-year-old retired Army colonel from Gurgaon was lured to Mathura by a woman he met on the matrimonial website Jeevansathi, where he was ambushed by her associates, brutally assaulted, robbed of his phone and wallet, and filmed without consent with threats of blackmail if he contacted police. The gang forced him to call acquaintances for money before abandoning him in a forested area; he subsequently filed a police complaint under sections covering assault, extortion, and criminal intimidation. The incident highlights serious security vulnerabilities in online matrimonial platforms and the risks of meeting unknown individuals from dating websites without safety precautions.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Research shows veterans and active-duty military service members are nearly 40 percent more likely than civilians to fall victim to fraud, with scammers frequently impersonating Department of Veterans Affairs officials to exploit confusion surrounding government benefits programs. AARP Wisconsin is launching multiple initiatives to combat this threat, including a Veterans Fraud Center workshop, regional "Scam Jams" events, and a new Southeastern Wisconsin AARP Veterans Advisory Council to provide resources and fraud protection education. Scammers have particularly targeted veterans since 2022 regarding PACT Act benefits through email, phone, and social media schemes.
johnsoncitytn.org
· 2025-12-08
The Johnson City Police Department reported a rise in phone scams where callers impersonate law enforcement, government agents, or company representatives to pressure victims into purchasing gift cards, sending cryptocurrency, or sharing financial information by claiming urgent issues like pending arrests or compromised bank accounts. Victims have been contacted via phone, social media, text, and other platforms, with scammers requesting gift card numbers after purchase to access funds immediately. The JCPD emphasizes that legitimate law enforcement never demands payment to avoid arrest and advises the public to hang up on suspicious callers and report them to Crime Stoppers, noting that older adults are particularly targeted in these scams.
ctvnews.ca
· 2025-12-08
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ibtimes.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A 56-year-old lost £114,000 ($147,000) in an investment scam promising unrealistic returns shortly before planned retirement, illustrating why people nearing retirement age are prime targets for fraud. Seniors face heightened vulnerability due to pressure to boost savings quickly and emotional vulnerabilities around life transitions, with investment frauds costing consumers $5.5 billion globally in 2024 alone. The article advises verifying firms with regulatory bodies like the FCA, diversifying investments across multiple low-risk options, and avoiding schemes promising high returns without risk.
hk-now.com
· 2025-12-08
The Killingworth Committee on Aging is hosting a free educational session on May 3, 2025, presented by attorney Don Phillips to help seniors recognize and prevent scams targeting older adults. The program will cover common scams, why seniors are targeted, how to identify suspicious communications, and steps to take if victimized, followed by a question-and-answer discussion.
wtsp.com
· 2025-12-08
A Manatee County, Florida woman lost $2,400 in a spoofed bank and FTC impersonation scam after receiving a fraudulent email claiming an unauthorized Apple charge on her Chase account. The scammer posed as both a bank representative and FTC official, convincing her to purchase gift cards at multiple retailers (Lowe's, Walmart, and Winn Dixie) under the false premise that authorities were tracking a hacker. The FTC reports that fraud losses increased 25% in 2024, with seniors losing over $2.3 billion, and emphasizes that legitimate government agencies never demand gift card payments or threaten to freeze accounts.
michigan.gov
· 2025-12-08
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a consumer alert warning residents about Bitcoin ATM scams targeting older adults, in which fraudsters pose as representatives from companies like Apple, Google, or law enforcement to convince victims their accounts are compromised and demand immediate payment. Victims are instructed to withdraw cash from banks and deposit it into Bitcoin ATMs, where it is converted to cryptocurrency and sent to scammers; once transferred, the money cannot be recovered because Bitcoin ATMs lack oversight, regulation, and fraud prevention measures unlike traditional financial institutions. The alert advises consumers never to deposit money into Bitcoin ATMs at anyone's request, to be wary of urgent calls, to verify requests with their banks, and to report suspecte
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Secret Service seized the web domain NFT-UNI.com, which was used in a "pig butchering" cryptocurrency scam that defrauded a Warren County victim of approximately $172,405.61 between November 2023 and March 2024, with total losses across all victims reaching approximately $4,564,936.47. In pig butchering schemes, scammers build trust with victims through dating apps, social media, or text messages before convincing them to invest in fraudulent cryptocurrency platforms, then disappearing with their funds. This is the second domain seizure by the Secret Service in Warren County related to this type of scheme, as part
kaynewscow.com
· 2025-12-08
Christine Joan Echohawk, 53, of Pawnee was arrested for laundering approximately $1.5 million obtained through online romance scams targeting four elderly women (ages 64-79) between September and December 2024. One victim sold her house and sent $600,000 after believing she was in a romantic relationship with a scammer; Echohawk converted the illicitly obtained funds through bank accounts and cryptocurrency before sending payments to an unidentified suspect. She faces five counts carrying 24 to 62 years in prison and up to $260,000 in fines.
ktul.com
· 2025-12-08
Christine Joan Echohawk, 53, was arrested in Pawnee County on charges of money laundering and computer crimes for allegedly facilitating approximately $1.5 million in funds stolen from four elderly women (ages 64-79) through online romance scams between September and December 2024. Echohawk received the victims' payments via gift cards, cash, wire transfers, and bank accounts, then converted the funds to cryptocurrency and sent them to an unidentified suspect; one victim sold her home to send $600,000. Echohawk faces five counts carrying potential sentences of 24 to 64 years in prison and up to $260,000 in fines.
koco.com
· 2025-12-08
Christine Joan Echohawk, a 53-year-old from Pawnee, Oklahoma, was arrested and charged with laundering approximately $1.5 million obtained through online romance scams targeting senior women between September and December 2024. The victims, all between ages 64 and 79, believed they were sending money to men they were in online relationships with before the funds were diverted through Echohawk's accounts.
newsweek.com
· 2025-12-08
A Georgia man was jailed for allegedly impersonating a police officer ("Sergeant Harding") to scam a registered sex offender in Pennsylvania out of $1,000 in August 2022, claiming he could make a fake warrant disappear if the victim purchased gift cards and paid cash. Law enforcement agencies nationwide report that scammers intermittently target people on sex offender registries with similar police impersonation schemes, though the scams are difficult to track and prevalence varies by jurisdiction. In 2023, American adults lost over $25.4 billion to telephone-based scams overall, with young adults aged 18-44 being three times more likely than older adults to
wsbradio.com
· 2025-12-08
A Cobb County caretaker was investigated for allegedly stealing over $50,000 from an elderly woman with memory loss through forged checks discovered when the woman entered a memory care facility. A family member identified the fraudulent bank activity, and police used bank video footage to connect the theft to the caretaker. The Cobb County Sheriff's Office responded by planning educational sessions at local venues to help families monitor senior finances and prevent similar exploitation of vulnerable elders.
illinoissenatedemocrats.com
· 2025-12-08
According to the FBI's 2023 Elder Fraud Report, elder financial exploitation victims lost an average of $33,915 each, with total losses exceeding $3.4 billion that year. Illinois State Senator Steve Stadelman introduced Senate Bill 1551, which would require investment advisors to report suspected elder financial exploitation to state agencies and allow them to delay account disbursements during investigations, while providing legal immunity for good-faith actions. The measure aims to give financial professionals the authority and protection needed to prevent seniors from losing their life savings to fraud.
wandtv.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, U.S. elders lost $3.4 billion to financial fraud, with complaints increasing from 20,000 in 2018 to 120,000 by 2023. Illinois State Senator Steve Stadelman introduced legislation that would empower financial and investment advisors to delay transactions when they suspect an elderly client is being defrauded, noting that perpetrators are often trusted individuals such as family members or caregivers. The bill is currently pending review on the Illinois Senate floor.
investopedia.com
· 2025-12-08
Research identifies loneliness and financial fragility as the two most significant risk factors for elder financial fraud victimization. Socially isolated individuals are more vulnerable to relationship-based scams (romance, pig-butchering, affinity fraud) because they lack trusted contacts to validate suspicious offers, while financial stress impairs rational decision-making and increases willingness to take risky financial gambles that fraudsters exploit.
scmp.com
· 2025-12-08
An 82-year-old Indian retiree and his wife were defrauded of approximately $395,000 by cybercriminals impersonating federal law enforcement officials who convinced them to transfer funds over a 10-day period. The scam employed fabricated Supreme Court letters and isolation tactics to maintain control over the victims. These incidents reflect a broader pattern of rising cybercrimes in India targeting elderly individuals through impersonation, blackmail, and romance scams, driven partly by limited digital safety awareness among seniors.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2024, scammers targeted elderly residents and visitors in Beaufort County, South Carolina, stealing over $3.1 million across 62 cases by impersonating law enforcement and demanding cryptocurrency transfers via Bitcoin ATMs. The scams exploited urgency and fabricated threats of arrest or legal consequences, with victims directed to convert cash to cryptocurrency at predatory ATMs with high transaction fees. Officials across South Carolina are calling for government oversight of cryptocurrency ATMs, as these machines have become primary tools for targeting aging communities, with the FTC noting that cryptocurrency scam losses in the U.S. increased tenfold between 2020 and 2023.
thestar.com
· 2025-12-08
Toronto police warned the public of a phone scam targeting seniors in which callers impersonating bank representatives use spoofed numbers matching debit cards, claim fraudulent transactions, and request PINs and passwords before sending couriers to collect bank cards. The advisory also noted a "dramatic increase" in scam calls impersonating Toronto Police Service officers, demanding Bitcoin payments or threatening deportation based on false claims of compromised information or warrants. Police emphasize that legitimate banks and law enforcement never request banking information or payment over the phone, and advise victims to contact their bank immediately and report scams to police or credit monitoring agencies.
newsweek.com
· 2025-12-08
An organized crime network operating across Pennsylvania and Ohio perpetrated "grandparent scams" against at least five elderly Pittsburgh residents between October 2024 and January 2025, stealing approximately $50,000 by impersonating grandchildren in crisis and requesting urgent cash payments for bail or medical expenses. Luis Alfonso Bisono Rodriguez, 34, was indicted for coordinating the collection and interstate transport of stolen funds via couriers and ride-share services, depositing the money under false names into bank accounts; he faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted. The FBI warns that seniors remain vulnerable targets due to their trustworthiness and financial resources, and urges anyone who received suspicious calls
upi.com
· 2025-12-08
Badetito O. Obafemi, a 42-year-old Georgia man, was sentenced to two years in federal prison for his role in a romance scam that defrauded elderly victims across Missouri, New Jersey, and Minnesota between 2016 and 2018. Obafemi and co-conspirators used social media to build fake relationships with victims and convince them to send money for various pretexts, with one victim losing over $27,400; he was ordered to pay $311,500 in restitution. The investigation involved multiple federal agencies and resulted in charges for money laundering conspiracy.
koco.com
· 2025-12-08
Christine Echohawk, 53, of Pawnee, Oklahoma, was arrested and charged with laundering approximately $1.5 million obtained through online romance scams targeting four elderly women (ages 64-79) across Utah, Texas, and Florida. One victim sent over $600,000 between April 2023 and March 2025 to a man using the alias "Edward Lotts," who claimed he needed to pay off a debt to access $2 million, and she sold her house to fund the payments. Echohawk facilitated the fraud by opening multiple bank accounts to receive the funds, converting them to cryptocurrency, and transferring them to wallets controlled by
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Badetito O. Obafemi, a 42-year-old Georgia man, was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for his role in a romance scam that defrauded elderly victims in Missouri, Minnesota, and New Jersey of approximately $311,520 between 2016 and 2018. Obafemi received wire transfers from victims who were deceived by scammers posing as individuals like "Kevin Condon," who fabricated stories about business expenses, medical issues, and legal problems to solicit money. The court ordered Obafemi to pay full restitution and serve three years of supervised release following his incarceration.
bucks.crimewatchpa.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines common scams targeting seniors—including phone scams, phishing, romance fraud, investment schemes, charity scams, home repair fraud, identity theft, and grandparent scams—and provides practical prevention strategies. Key protective measures include being skeptical of unsolicited contact, safeguarding personal information, avoiding rushed decisions, recognizing communication red flags, verifying identities before trusting, staying informed about technology, and building a support network. The article emphasizes that seniors can protect themselves and their finances through knowledge and vigilance, offering resources like the AARP Fraud Watch Network and National Elder Fraud Hotline for additional support.
freepressjournal.in
· 2025-12-08
Palghar police arrested eight individuals from Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Bihar for extorting ₹3.5 crore from a senior citizen through a "digital arrest" scam between December 2024 and February 2025, in which fraudsters impersonated police and CBI officials to coerce the victim into transferring money. Police froze ₹22 lakh of the stolen funds across various bank accounts, and the investigation is ongoing to recover the remaining amount.