ATM, here's how cash withdrawals can turn into a scam: Fabi's warning and tips to follow
The simple act of withdrawing cash from an ATM can carry risks of scams, particularly through the way receipts are handled, prompting warnings and advice from Fabi.
Fraud: US-based Nigerian faces deportation after 19 years’ jail term
Leslie Chinedu Mba, a Nigerian, was sentenced to 19 years in prison for fraud and ordered to be deported after his term in the United States.
Scammers Attack Residents 'on Two Fronts': Some Siphon Off Money, Others Offer to 'Return' It
Lithuanian police are warning citizens about scams where perpetrators either steal money or falsely promise to help recover it.
Pole carried over half a million in the car, trusting pensioner almost lost his money
A man was nearly able to swindle a pensioner out of a large sum of money while posing as a trustworthy individual.
Fake police held a woman on the line for four hours, says criminal police chief Zajonc
A woman in Slovakia lost €47,000 to phone scammers posing as police officers, highlighting the growing issue of such fraud during which impostors deceive individuals into transferring their money to 'safe accounts.'
VIDEO: Police Officer Dresses as a Pharmacist in Operation to Arrest 'Money Mules'
In February, Latvian police apprehended ten 'money mules' collaborating with phone scammers, utilizing strategic tactics including dressing as a pharmacist for a covert operation.
A woman arrested for offering tourist apartments in Madrid by impersonating the owners
A woman in Madrid has been arrested for defrauding users by offering tourist apartments while impersonating the real property owners.
Vilnius detectives caught a fraudster – he is charged with more than 10 crimes
Detectives in Vilnius apprehended a fraudster linked to over 10 crimes related to a deceptive scheme targeting a local woman who lost over 20,000 euros to him.
Vilnius Criminalists Arrest Suspect for Systematic Fraud, but Residents are Warned Not to Relax
Vilnius police have arrested a suspect involved in a systematic fraud scheme targeting residents, highlighting ongoing risks of such scams.
Financial institutions in Latvia prevented four times more fraud attempts in January than criminals executed
In January, Latvian financial institutions successfully thwarted many more fraud attempts than were carried out, protecting over a million euros from potential losses.
Scammers run rampant: over 320 thousand euros extorted from residents and a company
In Lithuania, various scams led to the loss of over 320,000 euros from residents and a company within just two days.
Meta sues Brazil, China advertisers over celebrity deepfake scams
Meta has filed lawsuits against advertisers in Brazil and China for using deepfake technology to impersonate celebrities in fraudulent marketing schemes.
Information from the Police: How to Recognize Fraudsters
The article discusses an upcoming information afternoon organized by the Fürstenfeldbruck Senior Council to educate older adults on identifying and avoiding various scams.
The police issue an important request: such services are not expected from residents every day
Lithuania's police are urging residents to help disseminate information to uncover potential scams targeting vulnerable individuals.
The case of internet fraud involving fake offers to purchase cars or their parts has been referred to the court
A man is accused of internet fraud in Lithuania for illegally obtaining €8,600 by offering non-existent cars and parts online.
A man who defrauded buyers of cars and their parts will face trial
A man in Lithuania faces trial for defrauding multiple buyers of cars and car parts through fake online advertisements.
Cheque Book Fraud: Beware! If you lose your cheque book, your account can be emptied in no time, know how to save yourself
The article warns individuals about the risks of cheque book fraud in the event of losing a cheque book.
Scammed by bank workers and electricians: a 99-year-old woman was also a victim in KlaipÄ—da
Several elderly individuals in KlaipÄ—da have fallen victim to scams involving impersonators posing as bank employees and other officials, resulting in significant financial losses.
87-year-old woman scammed out of 30,000 euros - received a prison sentence herself
An 87-year-old woman in Finland was sentenced to five months of conditional imprisonment for serious money laundering after unknowingly participating in a scam that involved transferring over 55,000 euros from online frauds.
Trump’s fraud czar nominee touts Minnesota blueprint to root out Obamacare fraud, senior scams
Trump's nominee for fraud czar, Colin McDonald, emphasizes Minnesota's anti-fraud efforts as a model for a new DOJ division aimed at combating fraud in taxpayer-funded programs.
Operators blocked three million fraudulent calls just in January
Czech operators blocked three million fraudulent calls in January 2023.
Vacation destination scammers rake in big bucks charging tourists for free travel forms
Scammers are impersonating Sint Maarten's official website to charge tourists for free travel forms.
Civil Police operation arrests 15 suspects of handling over R$ 9 million in scams in MG
Fifteen individuals were arrested in Brazil during a police operation investigating major fraud and money laundering schemes involving over R$ 9 million.
Cambodia: Online Scam Centers 'Destroying' the Country's Economy, According to the Prime Minister
Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet has stated that online scam centers are severely harming the nation's economy and tarnishing its reputation.
Horror scams which cost Brits £9.4 billion revealed - from fake jobs to bogus houses
An investigative report revealed that scammers defrauded British citizens of £9.4 billion last year through various scams, including fake investments and job offers.
Estonian police plans to catch a fraud call network soon
The Estonian police are preparing to target a fraud call network in the near future, following successful operations by Latvian authorities against similar networks.
Businessmen suspected of vehicle financing scams are arrested in Piauà and Pernambuco
Two businessmen suspected of running fraudulent vehicle financing schemes have been arrested in Piauà and Pernambuco, Brazil.
Love scammers defraud Icelanders online: Lost 70 million last year
Icelanders lost 70 million due to online love scams last year, highlighting the growing issue of internet fraud.
Love Cheaters Took 70 Million from Icelanders Last Year
The article reveals that love cheaters defrauded Icelanders of 70 million in the previous year.
'False intermediaries' are targets of operation against virtual scams of up to R$ 9 million in MT and MG
A police operation targeting a group suspected of engaging in virtual scams is underway in Brazil, with around R$ 9 million linked to fraudulent activities.
A girl casually sent a fraudster the information needed for loans in her name
A young woman unknowingly provided personal information to a fraudster for obtaining loans in her name, highlighting the vulnerability of young people to such scams.
Free WiFi Trap: Be Aware! Hackers Are Now Conducting Such Scams
The article warns about the dangers of using free WiFi networks at places like airports and cafes, outlining potential cyber fraud risks.
Analysis: The Fraudster Made a Big Mistake and Called Yle's Crime Reporter - Listen to How the Call Progressed
A crime reporter from Yle received a scam call about cybersecurity from a fraudster, which exemplified the increasing sophistication of such scams in Finland.
"Would you take me next to you on the sauna benches?" - This is where Kari's adventure on the dating site ended
Kari, a resident of Eastern Finland, briefly explored online dating but chose to remain private about his experience due to fears of social backlash.
Operation arrests 13 suspects who applied scams via cell phone; scheme may have moved over R$ 100 million
A police operation in São Paulo led to the arrest of 13 individuals involved in a mobile phone scam estimated to have defrauded over R$ 100 million.
AI Prevents Jeonse Scams... Real-time Analysis with Just the Address
A new AI service in Gyeonggi-do will analyze the risk of rental properties in real-time by inputting just the property address, aimed at preventing instances of rental scams.
Manitoba anti-fraud campaign targets older adults
The Manitoba government, in collaboration with police and senior support services, is launching a campaign to combat grandparent scams affecting older adults.
Who is MC Negão Original, funk artist targeted by arrest warrant in operation against digital scams in SP
MC Negão Original, a Brazilian funk artist, is one of the targets of a temporary arrest warrant in São Paulo linked to a police operation against a criminal organization involved in digital scams and money laundering.
Fake Bell Canada rep scams Ontario resident into sending money to U.S. bank
An Ontario resident was scammed by a fraudster posing as a Bell Canada representative, resulting in significant financial loss through manipulated wire transfers to a US bank.
Expert explains how fraudsters and digital fatigue can trap even cautious users
An expert warns that not only the naive fall victim to cyber fraud, as even experienced users can be misled due to digital fatigue and increasingly sophisticated scams.
Get rid of spam calls, immediately enable these settings in WhatsApp
WhatsApp has introduced a feature to silence unknown callers, helping users to avoid spam calls and cyber scams.
Senior handed over five million to an unknown courier. He believed an advertisement on the internet
A Czech senior citizen lost five million crowns after being deceived by an online advertisement that prompted him to trust a courier.
Drivers urged to 'think before they click' in DVLA alert
The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers regarding scams targeting motorists with fake communications.
Cyber Scammers Preparing Attack Under the Head of the Czech National Bank
Cyber scammers are planning attacks impersonating the Czech National Bank, causing concerns about cybersecurity in the country.
Prosecutor: The money extorted by phone scammers did not enjoy it for long
A prosecutor in Panevėžys has handed a fraud case involving three men, accused of orchestrating a phone scam, to the court after they extorted nearly 9,000 euros from an elderly woman.
Couple investigated for financial scams totaling R$ 1.8 million in Sorocaba
A couple in Sorocaba is being investigated for defrauding 17 people of over R$ 1.8 million through fake investment schemes.
They Pretended to Be Schoolgirls and Extorted Intimate Photos from Men. They Made Millions
A group falsely posing as schoolgirls successfully extorted intimate photos from men, amassing millions.
This scam is now haunting Finland: "An unusually high number reported in a short time"
Scam messages impersonating legitimate Finnish institutions are flooding the public, prompting warnings about fraudulent attempts to steal personal data.
Santander warning as some customers face account being closed
Santander has alerted customers about the risk of account closures due to involvement in money mule scams.
Loneliness, fear or the thrill of profit - reasons why people continue to converse with phone scammers
The article discusses the reasons behind the continuing engagement of individuals with phone scammers in Latvia, highlighting the significant financial losses incurred from such fraud.