Woman loses £40k life savings in romance scam
A British woman shares her harrowing story of losing her entire £40,000 life savings to a manipulative ex-boyfriend in a sophisticated romance scam that left her financially and emotionally devastated.
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US 'Queen' Jailed for £130k Northern Ireland Theft Scam
American fraudster Marianne Smyth, who masqueraded as an Irish royalty heiress, has been found guilty of stealing over £130,000 from victims in Northern Ireland before fleeing to the US. The Belfast Crown Court delivers justice in a shocking cross-Atlanti
Trump Slapped with £328m Fine in NY Fraud Case
New York's Attorney General Letitia James slams former President Donald Trump with a colossal £328 million penalty for decades of systemic financial fraud, marking a seismic legal and financial blow.
Rogue Football Club Owners Jailed for Multi-Million Fraud
Two corrupt football club owners have been jailed for a brazen fraud scheme that siphoned millions from player transfers and club funds, betraying the trust of fans and the beautiful game.
NHS surgeon jailed for £1.2m fraud involving leg amputations
A former NHS consultant surgeon has been sentenced to prison for faking a life-changing accident to fraudulently claim £1.2 million in insurance payouts, in a shocking case of medical professional deception.
Surgeon admits lying about sepsis to have legs amputated
A British surgeon has sensationally confessed to faking a life-threatening sepsis diagnosis to deliberately have both legs amputated in a brazen attempt to claim nearly half a million pounds in insurance payouts.
Civil Service Graduate Scheme Failing, Warns Report
A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.
Solicitor Jailed for Swindling £80k from Vulnerable Client
A corrupt solicitor from Greater Manchester has been sentenced to prison after callously stealing £80,000 from an elderly and vulnerable client, a court heard.
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.
Depardieu to Stand Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations
French screen icon Gerard Depardieu will face a criminal trial in Paris this October over allegations of sexual assault made by fellow actor Charlotte Arnould, in a case that has gripped France and the international film community.
Tinder Swindler's Chilling Confession: How I Conned Women
A self-proclaimed 'Tinder Swindler' reveals the intricate lies and psychological manipulation he used to con women out of thousands, exposing the dark side of modern dating.
Deported fraudster jailed for £1.3m property swindle
Anopkumar Maudhoo, an illegal immigrant and serial fraudster, has been sentenced to six years for orchestrating a sophisticated property scam that netted over £1.3 million from victims across London and the South East.
Trump barred from son Barron's graduation ceremony
Ex-President Donald Trump voices fury as hush money trial judge denies his request to attend son Barron's high school graduation, calling the decision 'heartbreaking' and 'unfair'.
SFO Drops Fraud Probe Into Construction Giant Hanson
The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte
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.
HSBC ordered to repay £50k after pensioner scam failure
A retired NHS nurse from London lost her entire life savings in an authorised push payment scam. The Financial Ombudsman Service has now ruled HSBC must refund Katrina Harrison £50,000 after the bank's security systems failed to prevent the fraud.
£500m benefit fraud by Brits living abroad exposed
Shocking Daily Mail probe reveals systematic abuse of UK benefits system with half a billion pounds claimed fraudulently annually by Britons living overseas. Ministers face urgent calls to act.
SNP's £150k 'Work From Home' Fat-Cat Sparks Fury
Exclusive: A senior Scottish Government official is under fire for a £150,000 salary and a generous hybrid working arrangement, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and 'fat-cat' culture within the SNP administration.
Ex-Cops Face Federal Trial in Tyre Nichols Civil Rights Case
Five ex-Memphis police officers, already convicted on state charges for the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, are set to stand trial on federal civil rights violations. The case continues to fuel national debates on police brutality and racial injustice.
Manhattan CEO arrested in Malta on US fraud charges
Luigi Mangione, CEO of Manhattan Group, arrested in Malta on US fraud charges. Alleged $5.5 million scheme targets elderly investors. Extradition proceedings underway.
Apprentice Movie Producer Charged in Investment Fraud Scheme
A New York film producer, who worked on a biopic about Donald Trump, faces serious fraud charges for allegedly orchestrating a multi-million dollar investment scam targeting vulnerable victims.
Entain CEO Faces 11 Charges in £100m Bribery Scandal
Gambling giant Entain's CEO arrested on 11 counts of bribery and fraud linked to former Turkish operations. Serious Fraud Office investigation reveals alleged £100m scheme spanning 2011-2017.
Cardi B Cleared of All Charges in Strip Club Brawl Trial
Grammy-winning artist Cardi B has been found not guilty on all counts relating to a 2018 altercation at a New York strip club. The jury delivered a full acquittal after a high-profile trial.
Ex-NFL star Buster Skrine arrested in UK for fraud
Former NFL cornerback Darryl 'Buster' Skrine has been arrested in the UK on suspicion of fraud after allegedly using a counterfeit bank card. The ex-New York Jets and Chicago Bears player was held by police in Manchester.
Sydney mother accused of $1.2M NDIS fraud scheme
A Sydney mother stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated fraud against the National Disability Insurance Scheme, allegedly siphoning over $1.2 million to fund an extravagant lifestyle of luxury holidays and designer goods while claiming carer payme
NatWest Manager Jailed for £344,000 Branch Theft
A trusted NatWest manager who brazenly stole £344,000 from his own bank vault in a meticulously planned daytime robbery has been jailed for three years and four months.
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
Florida CFO arrested for alleged Dogecoin theft
The Chief Financial Officer of the City of Orange County, Florida, has been arrested and charged with orchestrating a sophisticated scheme to steal and launder millions in Dogecoin cryptocurrency, according to local law enforcement.
RHOSLC's Jen Shah Begins 6.5-Year Prison Sentence
Real Housewives of Salt Lake City's Jen Shah reports to Texas prison to serve a 6.5-year sentence for her role in a massive telemarketing fraud scheme targeting elderly victims. Exclusive details on her sentencing and the show's future.
Sophisticated LinkedIn CV Writing Scam Exposed
A sophisticated new scam is exploiting job seekers on LinkedIn, using fake profiles and AI to sell fraudulent CV writing services. Here's how to protect yourself.
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