Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173K fraud
A fraudster who posed as a nurse for four years, risking patient safety and earning nearly £173,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
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Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173k fraud
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in six care homes for four years has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
Three Arrests in EU Fraud Probe After Brussels Raids
Belgian police have arrested three individuals following raids on the EU's diplomatic headquarters and a college in Bruges. The investigation centres on suspected fraud in a training tender. Read the latest developments.
$1bn Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal Exposed
A billion-dollar fraud spree has shattered Minnesota's famed social safety net, with funds for hungry children funding luxury lifestyles. Discover the full story.
Judge overturns $7.2m fraud conviction, sparks fury
A Minneapolis judge has overturned a jury's guilty verdict in a $7.2 million Medicaid fraud case, igniting fury among jurors and politicians. The AG has appealed.
1 in 4 UK Card Users Hit by Fraud: Gen Z at Risk
A new study reveals a quarter of UK credit card users faced fraud in the past year, with Gen Z most vulnerable. Discover essential tips to protect your finances this holiday season.
Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
Forgotten Action Gem Hits ITV Screens This Weekend
Discover the underrated action masterpiece making its way to ITV this weekend - a sequel that delivers breathtaking stunts and relentless entertainment.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Union threatens strike at Leonardo over pay dispute
Unite the Union prepares for industrial action ballot at Leonardo's Edinburgh and Southampton sites as workers reject 'inadequate' pay offer from the defence contractor.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Palestine Action storms offices in UK-wide protests
Pro-Palestine demonstrators targeted two major UK cities in coordinated protests against companies allegedly supplying military equipment to Israel, leading to multiple arrests.
Action Fraud: Victims Expose Service Failures in UK System
Exclusive investigation reveals serious concerns about Action Fraud's effectiveness as victims report poor service and lack of follow-up on their cases.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Trump Sues New York Times in Defamation Case
Former US President Donald Trump launches legal action against The New York Times, alleging the newspaper published false and defamatory statements about his business practices.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
UK-US sanction Cambodian leaders over scam centres
Britain and America take coordinated action against senior Cambodian officials accused of profiting from human trafficking and forced labour in massive cyber-scam operations.
National Fraud Centre Struck by Major Cyber Attack
Action Fraud, Britain's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been struck by a sophisticated cyber attack, disrupting services and raising serious security concerns.
COVID fraud hit squad recovers £1.4bn from scammers
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudsters exploited COVID support schemes as government deploys specialist team to claw back stolen taxpayer money.
Covid fraudsters get final warning: Pay back or face jail
Exclusive: UK authorities issue 72-hour ultimatum to suspected pandemic fraudsters as £30 million remains unreturned. Final chance before criminal prosecution begins.
Mooshtips racing tipster accused of multi-million fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how British expat Andrew 'Mooshtips' Manison allegedly defrauded horse racing enthusiasts worldwide from his Thai mansion in elaborate betting scheme.
12 Palestine Action activists arrested in London raids
Metropolitan Police conduct coordinated arrests across London targeting Palestine Action members accused of planning direct action against Israeli defence contractor Elbit Systems.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Iowa businessman pleads guilty to multi-million wire fraud
An Iowa businessman has admitted to orchestrating a sophisticated wire fraud conspiracy involving fake construction projects across multiple states, facing up to 20 years in federal prison.
Mission: Alarum - Stallone's Age-Defying Spy Thriller Shines
Sylvester Stallone returns to the action genre with Mission: Alarum, a surprisingly sharp spy thriller that proves the 79-year-old icon still has what it takes to deliver pulse-pounding entertainment.
UK Job Scam Alert: Fake Flexible Work Offers Target Jobseekers
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated SMS job scams targeting UK jobseekers with fake 'flexible work' offers. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect yourself from financial fraud.
Urgent UK Warning Over New 'Friend in Need' Social Media Scam
Action Fraud issues a critical alert over a sophisticated new 'Friend in Need' scam circulating on Facebook and Instagram, urging users to verify any financial requests to avoid devastating losses.
Romance Scam Crisis: Victims Lose £12k on Average
Exclusive data from Lloyds Bank exposes the devastating rise of romance scams, with victims losing over £12,000 each. Learn the crucial red flags to protect yourself from emotional and financial devastation.
Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags
Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.
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