DVLA QR Code Parking Fine Scam Targets UK Drivers
UK motorists are being targeted by a sophisticated new text message scam impersonating the DVLA and demanding payment for fake parking fines. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
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Seattle Customs Seizes Massive Haul of Fake Labubu Toys
US Customs and Border Protection in Seattle intercepts over 1,800 fake 'Labubu' collectible figures, preventing a significant consumer fraud operation targeting the lucrative designer toy market.
Martin Lewis Slams ITV Over 'Misleading' Advert
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis publicly criticises ITV for airing an advert he claims dangerously mimics his trusted style, potentially misleading vulnerable viewers.
UK Alert: 6 Dangerous Scams Targeting Your Family
Exclusive guide to the six most dangerous financial scams circulating in the UK. Learn how to protect yourself and vulnerable loved ones from sophisticated fraudsters. Essential reading for every household.
AI Voice Cloning Scams Sweep UK: How to Protect Yourself
Exclusive: A shocking new wave of AI-powered voice cloning scams is sweeping the nation, with criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate loved ones. Experts warn this sophisticated fraud is 'here to stay' as cases surge. Learn the red flags and ho
Vinted Designer Bag Scam: Seller Left With Nothing
A UK seller shares her devastating story of selling a luxury designer bag on Vinted, only to be left empty-handed after a sophisticated buyer scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
New UK consumer law bans subscription traps and fake reviews
Millions of UK consumers gain powerful new rights as the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act becomes law, tackling subscription traps and fake reviews.
Trading Standards Officers Barred from London Court
Officials from Somerset Council were refused entry to Inner London Crown Court to present crucial evidence in a major fraud case, raising serious concerns about public safety and legal procedures.
New Timeshare Scam Warning for British Holidaymakers
British tourists are being targeted by a sophisticated new timeshare scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money and personal information from fraudsters.
Fake 'Closing Down Sale' Scam Targeting UK Shoppers Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated 'closing down sale' scams on social media, with fake ads from counterfeit brands tricking Brits out of thousands. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect your money.
FCA warns of rising financial scams in UK
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a stark warning about increasing financial scams targeting UK consumers. Learn how to spot and avoid these fraudulent schemes.
Football fans warned over fake ticket scams
Authorities issue urgent alert as fraudsters target football fans with fake ticket scams. Learn how to protect yourself.
Pandora scam emails target shoppers – stay alert!
Pandora customers are being warned about a surge in scam emails pretending to be from the jewellery giant. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
Caravan sales scams leave buyers thousands out of pocket
Uncover the deceptive tactics used by caravan salesmen that leave unsuspecting buyers with hefty bills instead of dream holiday homes.
Oasis ticket scam on Instagram dupes Wembley fans
Fans of Oasis were left devastated after falling victim to a sophisticated ticket scam on Instagram, with fraudsters selling fake tickets for the band's highly anticipated Wembley Stadium concert.
Manager fakes 22 employees to steal £1.6M
A cunning manager created a network of 22 fake employees with 'perfect attendance' to siphon off £1.6 million from their company. Discover how this elaborate payroll scam unfolded.
Urgent warning over super account scam targeting UK savers
UK authorities issue an urgent alert over a sophisticated scam targeting super accounts. Learn how to protect your savings from fraudsters.
Fake white chocolate scandal: Vegetable oil substitutes exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how some manufacturers are substituting cocoa butter with cheaper vegetable oils in white chocolate, deceiving consumers and compromising quality.
Surgeon accused of amputating healthy limbs
A UK surgeon is under investigation for allegedly performing unnecessary amputations and fabricating sepsis diagnoses in a shocking medical fraud case.
Surgeon charged in NHS amputation fraud scandal
A leading surgeon faces serious fraud charges after allegedly performing unnecessary amputations on vulnerable patients, sparking outrage and an NHS investigation.
AI lawn scam sweeps TikTok - how it works
A sophisticated AI-driven scam is targeting homeowners on TikTok, offering fake lawn care services and vanishing with their money. Authorities warn of rising digital fraud.
Man charged in NHL ticket scam in London, Ontario
A 23-year-old Canadian man has been charged following an alleged fraudulent scheme involving NHL tickets in London, Ontario, police confirm.
Mike Lynch ordered to pay HP £700m in Autonomy case
Tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch must pay HP £700m after a UK court ruled against him in the high-profile Autonomy fraud case. The verdict marks a pivotal moment in one of Britain's biggest corporate scandals.
UK supermarket black olives: The shocking truth
An investigation reveals that many black olives sold in UK supermarkets are artificially ripened, raising concerns about food authenticity and consumer trust.
Crime family financed £20m tax fraud scheme
A notorious crime family has been implicated in financing a massive £20 million tax fraud, as revealed in court documents. The elaborate scheme involved falsifying records and laundering illicit funds.
Fashion tech founder faces fraud charges over $100M scam
Christine Hunsicker, founder of fashion rental platform CaaStle, has been charged with fraud after allegedly duping investors out of $100 million in a 'Ponzi-like' scheme.
Pig Butchering Scam: How to Spot and Avoid It
Learn how to identify and protect yourself from the 'pig butchering' scam, a sophisticated financial fraud that preys on victims through fake online relationships.
Samsung heir Jay Y. Lee cleared of fraud charges
Samsung's billionaire heir Jay Y. Lee has been acquitted of stock manipulation and accounting fraud charges related to a controversial 2015 merger, marking a pivotal moment for South Korea's corporate giant.
Louisiana cops charged in visa bribery scandal
Several Louisiana police officers have been charged with accepting bribes to fraudulently approve visas in a shocking corruption scandal.
Sydney tradie loses $500k in property scam
A Sydney tradesman was duped out of his $500,000 life savings in a sophisticated property scam. Experts warn of rising fraud tactics in Australia's competitive housing market.
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