Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam
Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.
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Kickboxer mum fakes cancer to swindle ex in evil scam
A mother-of-four and competitive kickboxer has been exposed for faking a terminal cancer diagnosis to con her former partner out of thousands of pounds in a despicable fraud.
Veteran and Church Deacon Arrested in Major Charity Fraud
Rony Denis, a US Army veteran and church deacon, faces federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a massive fraud scheme, diverting over £1.2 million from a veterans charity to fund a lavish personal lifestyle.
Kayaker's Chilling Final Texts Before Faking Death Revealed
Exclusive: The Mirror obtains the haunting final text messages sent by kayaker James Gray to his wife before he staged his own death on a fishing trip, unravelling a web of deceit that left his family in anguish for months.
Perth mum jailed for faking cancer in donation scam
A mother-of-four and former kickboxer from Perth has been sentenced to prison after concocting an elaborate lie about having terminal cancer to swindle thousands in donations from her community.
Cowboy double glazing contractor jailed for £18k scam
A rogue trader who left a pensioner's home uninhabitable with botched double glazing work has been sentenced to prison. Read the shocking details of this £18,000 scam.
Shop worker jailed for staging fake £8,000 store raid
A Holland & Barrett employee and her boyfriend have been sentenced for orchestrating a fake armed robbery at her store in an attempt to claim compensation, a court has heard.
Husband's 11-Year Lie Shatters Family and Marriage
A wife's world collapses after her husband of 11 years confesses a life-altering deception. An exclusive look at the emotional fallout and her journey to rebuild.
Countdown Contestant Banned After Cheating Scandal Exposed
A self-proclaimed quiz show fanatic's elaborate plan to cheat on Countdown has been dramatically uncovered, revealing a web of lies and a stunning downfall that has shocked viewers and the production team alike.
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.
White Lies: The Hidden Toll on Your Mental Health
New psychological research reveals the hidden toll of everyday dishonesty. Discover why those 'harmless' white lies are more corrosive to your wellbeing than you think, and learn the strategies experts recommend for embracing radical honesty.
Teen smirks through sentencing for brutal schoolboy attack
A 16-year-old boy smirked and laughed as he was sentenced for a vicious assault that left a schoolboy with a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking lack of remorse was condemned in court.
'Kindest Plumber' Exposed in Shocking Deception Scandal
An investigation uncovers that James Anderson, hailed as Britain's kindest plumber, misled the public using photos of vulnerable customers he claimed to help during the cost-of-living crisis.
Judges to Ignore Government Sentencing Demands
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales declares judicial independence, stating courts will base decisions on evidence, not political pressure from ministers.
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
New UK sentencing rules for burglars favour tougher penalties
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales announces stricter guidelines for domestic burglaries, emphasising trauma impact and targeting repeat offenders with harsher penalties.
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.
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.
Mother Revealed as Catfish Who Tormented Her Own Daughter
A teenage girl endured months of psychological torture after a sinister catfish, who urged her to take her own life, was revealed to be her own obsessive mother in a shocking case of digital deception.
Husband's Instagram habit exposed marriage betrayal
A wife discovers her husband's shady Instagram behaviour, unearthing a web of lies that shattered their marriage. The story of digital deception and emotional betrayal.
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
Made in Chelsea Star Jailed in £86m Art Fraud
Exclusive: Former Made in Chelsea star and art world prodigy Alexander 'Alex' Mytton has been sentenced to prison for masterminding a sophisticated £86 million forgery ring that duped elite collectors and shook the international art market to its core.
Kayaker jailed for faking drowning death in insurance scam
A Wisconsin man who staged his own drowning in Lake Michigan to start a new life with his mistress has been sentenced to federal prison for fraud and false distress signals.
Dany Boon in €1.5M Fake Aristocrat Fraud Scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals how French actor Dany Boon became embroiled in a sophisticated fraud scheme orchestrated by Thierry Fialek, a conman posing as Irish aristocracy, with millions missing and international arrest warrants issued.
LNP candidate in fake banner scandal deceives voters
Former Howard minister Gary Hardgrave faces accusations of political deception after erecting a fake 'Labor' banner at his campaign office, misleading voters in the Queensland seat of Bonner. The LNP has been forced into an embarrassing apology.
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