$1M scam involved pandemic unemployment fraud using 115 stolen identities
The Justice Department revealed on Tuesday that four individuals, including two from Venezuela, were implicated in a scheme that misappropriated $1 million through food stamp and pandemic unemployment fraud, utilizing 115 stolen identities. According to federal prosecutors, the suspects stole identities from various individuals across the country, involving even six children. They used these identities […]
90-year-old man in Los Angeles loses over $800K in life savings to a scam
A 90-year-old man in Los Angeles, Irving Rosenberg, recently found himself in a tough situation after scammers managed to steal $814,000 from his bank account. Rosenberg, who struggles with hearing, walking, and occasionally memory issues, discovered fraudulent withdrawals from his account starting last April. The losses rapidly depleted most of his life savings, as reported […]
“Ridiculous scam”: Ex-aide to Hochul claims NYC’s sole Republican congressional district is unconstitutional
Controversial Redistricting Lawsuit in New York The Democratic Party seems to have long desired a one-party system. Recently, a lawsuit was filed claiming that New York City’s lone Republican congressional district violates constitutional rights by “diminishing the voting power of Black and Latino voters.” Representatives from Staten Island, aided by the Elias Law Group from […]
Sen. Eric Schmitt presents SCAM Act to increase denaturalization authority
Senate Republicans Propose SCAM Act to Address Citizenship Fraud Senate Republicans are pushing for new legislation that aims to enhance the federal government’s authority to denaturalize individuals, especially in light of a recent fraud scandal in Minnesota. Senator Eric Schmidt (R-Missouri) plans to introduce the Stopping Civil Abuse and Misrepresentations (SCAM) Act, seeking to create […]
Two fraudsters admit guilt in $68M adult day care scam in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Duo Admit to Massive Medicaid Fraud Two individuals from Brooklyn pleaded guilty on Thursday to involvement in a scheme that defrauded New York’s Medicaid home health program, resulting in a loss of around $68 million. They were found to have paid kickbacks for services that were allegedly not provided, operating through three companies in […]
Suspicious Chinese seeds sent to US households in recent scam that may endanger crops, say officials
Mysterious Seed Packages Resurface in Texas Packages containing Chinese seeds are appearing once again on doorsteps across the United States, prompting officials to express concern that opening them could have serious consequences for American agriculture. Texas seems to be the most affected state, with the Texas Department of Agriculture reporting 126 such deliveries since the […]
Investors label crypto coin supported by Eric Adams a scam as its value quickly declines.
The steep decline of a digital currency endorsed by former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has ignited frustration among investors and crypto supporters. Many believe its launch resembles a classic “pull the rug” or “pump-and-dump” scheme. Within less than an hour of starting trading on Monday afternoon, the NYC token plummeted by an alarming […]
Awful: Woman alleged to have pretended to be a mourning parent of a deceased Camp Mystic girl to scam donors
On July 4th, severe flash flooding hit Texas’s Hill Country, leading to tragic fatalities. At least 135 individuals lost their lives, including 27 from Camp Mystic. Among the deceased was an 18-year-old counselor, Chloe Childress, who is fondly remembered by her family for her joy, extensive friendships, deep faith, and vibrant energy. In the wake […]
An 82-year-old couple thought they were assisting a federal investigation, but it turned out to be a $1.3 million scam.
In September 2023, Barbara Cook got a call that brought her some relief. It was from individuals claiming to represent the security teams at Amazon and her bank, TD Bank. She and her husband, Larry, who was 80 at the time, had been struggling with Amazon for months, unable to make any purchases. Handing the […]
Suspected Leader of Crypto Scam Taken into Custody in Cambodia After $12 Billion Bitcoin Seizure
Alleged Ringleader of Fraud Ring Arrested The supposed leader of a fraud operation that bilked billions of dollars from individuals in the U.S. and globally was apprehended in Cambodia on Tuesday and subsequently extradited to China, according to officials. Chen Zhi, a Cambodian national and the founder of Prince Holding Group, was indicted in October […]