Wheelchair scam leaves Gold Coast woman $1,700 poorer
A paraplegic woman from the Gold Coast was conned out of $1,700 in a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace deal for a wheelchair. Police are investigating the heartless scam.
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Apprentice fans scammed by fake '1% Club' membership
Fans of BBC's The Apprentice are being tricked into paying £4.99 a month for a so-called '1% Club' membership that offers no real benefits. Here's what you need to know to avoid the scam.
Hun Sen suggests Malaysia ban Facebook amid hypocrisy claims
Former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen faces backlash after suggesting Malaysia should ban Facebook, citing 'fake news' concerns. Critics accuse him of hypocrisy given his own record on free speech.
Paul Hollywood in parking dispute over Wirral restrictions
Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood faces backlash after a heated Facebook post about parking issues in Wirral, prompting mixed reactions from locals.
Puppy scam leaves woman £1,200 poorer
A woman shares her devastating experience after falling victim to a sophisticated puppy scam, losing £1,200 and her dream pet.
Tinder Swindler victim speaks out in Netflix doc
Cecilie Fjellhoy, one of the victims of the infamous 'Tinder Swindler' Simon Leviev, reveals her harrowing experience of love, betrayal, and financial ruin in a gripping Netflix documentary.
Man jailed for Facebook threats to kill police
A 28-year-old man from Bournemouth has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for posting death threats against police officers on Facebook. Learn more about the case and its implications.
Teacher sacked over 'Islamophobic' Facebook post
A teacher was dismissed after being accused of Islamophobia for criticising a prison sentence on Facebook. She claims she lost her job due to a 'witch hunt'.
Woman loses £500 in cruel puppy scam
A woman shares her devastating experience after falling victim to a cruel puppy scam, losing £500 for a dog that was never real. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
WhatsApp scam centre shut down after account thefts
A major WhatsApp scam operation has been dismantled after fraudsters exploited verification codes to hijack accounts. Learn how the scheme worked and how to protect yourself.
GMB star scammed out of life savings
A popular Good Morning Britain presenter has fallen victim to a devastating scam, losing their entire savings. Experts warn about rising sophisticated fraud tactics.
Fraudster jailed for prison laptop scam
A convicted fraudster, Luigi Mangione, has been sentenced to additional prison time for orchestrating a scam from behind bars using a smuggled laptop.
Woman arrested over 'men's red flags' Facebook post
A woman has been arrested following a viral Facebook post discussing 'red flags' in men, prompting a police probe into potential incitement. Read the full story.
Aussie loses £50K in Thailand crypto scam
An Australian traveller was duped out of £50,000 in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam while holidaying in Thailand. Here's how the fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Deepfake scam uses fake Albanese video to push crypto fraud
Scammers have targeted Australians with a deepfake video impersonating Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promoting a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment. Authorities warn the public to stay vigilant.
Fake carer flees after stealing £30k from elderly woman
A fraudster posing as a care worker stole thousands from an elderly woman before vanishing. Police are hunting the suspect, who used a fake identity.
Woman arrested over Facebook posts about Met officer ex
A woman has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police following allegations of malicious Facebook posts targeting her ex-partner, who is a serving officer. The case raises questions about online harassment and police conduct.
Zambian fraudster deported after 25-year UK stay
A Zambian conman who swindled £3.5 million in an elaborate mortgage scam has been deported after a 25-year legal battle to remain in the UK. Discover the shocking details of his crimes and the long road to justice.
Nationwide’s scam warning after customer loses £1,000
Nationwide has issued a warning after a customer lost £1,000 in a sophisticated scam. Here’s how to protect yourself from fraudsters.
Martin Lewis warns over £1k energy bill scam
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has sounded the alarm on a dangerous new scam targeting UK households with fake energy rebate offers. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Meta AI chief Tulloch exits in Zuckerberg shake-up
Andrew Tulloch, Meta's high-profile AI executive, has left the company following a wave of layoffs and strategic shifts under Mark Zuckerberg's 'Year of Efficiency'.
Gangs use fake royalty in Facebook scams
Criminal gangs in Colombia are impersonating royalty on Facebook to deceive victims into handing over money, with authorities warning of a surge in such scams.
Police criticised for posting suspect's photo on Facebook
Lancashire Police faces backlash for sharing a suspect's image on social media without consent, raising privacy concerns.
Fake savings ads scam targets Wise customers
Scammers are using fake savings ads to trick customers of the money transfer service Wise. Learn how to spot and avoid these fraudulent schemes.
Dating app disaster: woman's shocking experience
A woman shares her shocking experience after signing up for a dating app, revealing the dark side of online romance.
Italian hotel scam locks tourists in former prison
British holidaymakers are being warned about a bizarre Italian hotel scam where unsuspecting guests are tricked into staying in a former prison – complete with barred windows and a 10pm curfew.
Montana man arrested after SWAT raid over Facebook posts
A Montana man faces charges after a SWAT team raided his home following controversial Facebook posts about an Iraq War veteran. Authorities claim the posts were threatening.
Fake Broncos jerseys scam targets mental health supporters
Rugby league fans are being cautioned against purchasing counterfeit Brisbane Broncos jerseys falsely marketed to support mental health awareness.
Montana man charged over fake Facebook post that triggered police
A Montana resident has been charged after allegedly fabricating a violent Facebook post, prompting a heavily armed police response in a dangerous 'swatting' incident.
Conman jailed for preying on pensioners in phone scam
A fraudster who preyed on vulnerable pensioners and disabled individuals through a cruel phone scam has been sentenced to five years in prison. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
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