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Church treasurer jailed for £285K fraud

A trusted treasurer has been sentenced to prison after embezzling nearly £285,000 from a church and two charities, leaving the community in shock.

Romance fraudster jailed for £40k scam

A deceitful conman who preyed on vulnerable women, swindling them out of £40,000 to fuel his gambling habit, has finally been jailed. Read the shocking details of his elaborate scams.

Avoid online puppy scams with these tips

A rising number of Brits are falling victim to fraudulent online pet sellers. Learn how to protect yourself from puppy scams and ensure your new furry friend is legit.

Val McDermid slams police over fraud probe

Renowned crime author Val McDermid has criticised police for their handling of a fraud investigation involving her close friend Nicola, calling the treatment 'appalling'.

Rupert Lowe criticised for confronting Channel migrants

Former Southampton FC chairman Rupert Lowe faces backlash after a viral video shows him berating migrants crossing the Channel. Critics accuse him of 'bullying' while supporters defend his stance on illegal immigration.

Tory peer accused of £100k football ticket fraud

Conservative peer Lord Robert Hanson faces allegations of a £100,000 fraud involving the resale of high-profile football match tickets, including FA Cup and Champions League finals.

Prince Harry slams charity over 'betrayal'

Prince Harry has expressed deep disappointment after a veterans' charity he supported allegedly used his name and image without permission, sparking a bitter public fallout.

Harry leaves Sentebale charity role honouring Diana

The Duke of Sussex has resigned as patron of Sentebale, the charity he co-founded in memory of his late mother, Princess Diana. The move follows his and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from royal duties.

Tycoon's Oklahoma theme park scam exposed

A wealthy businessman allegedly duped investors in a multi-million dollar Oklahoma theme park scheme. The scandal has left many questioning the legitimacy of the project.

Diana Fund investigated over HIV money claims

The UK Charity Commission has launched an inquiry into the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund following claims of mismanagement of HIV/AIDS funds destined for Lesotho and Botswana.

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.

Win Thomas Cromwell's £2.5m barn in charity raffle

A breathtaking 16th-century barn in the UK, once owned by Henry VIII's advisor Thomas Cromwell, is up for grabs in a charity raffle. Valued at £2.5m, this property could be yours for just £25!

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.

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