$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.
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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.
Woman, 88, moved 121km due to aged care shortage
An 88-year-old woman broke her neck and three other bones, then had to move 121km from family after selling her home for aged care. Queensland's crisis sees 1,100 stuck in hospitals.
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.
Woman stole £90k from grandfather, avoids prison
Rebecca Culley, 34, stole £90,000 from her elderly grandfather after claiming 'spoilt brat syndrome'. She received a suspended sentence at Chester Crown Court. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Granddaughter steals £125k from elderly grandfather
Shocking court case reveals how a trusted granddaughter systematically emptied her grandfather's life savings while acting as his carer in Northampton.
Police impersonator jailed for elderly fraud scam
A cruel conman who impersonated a police officer to steal thousands from vulnerable pensioners has been jailed. Michael Dineen's sophisticated scam targeted elderly victims across the UK, leaving them financially and emotionally devastated.
Police impersonator steals from elderly widow in Cheshire
A cruel fraudster impersonating a police officer tricked his way into a pensioner's home in upmarket Cheshire, stealing cash and jewellery in a despicable distraction theft that has left the community reeling.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Rosemary Shrager scammed twice in devastating fraud
Celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager opens up about being targeted by sophisticated fraudsters twice in shocking financial scams that left her reeling.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
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.
Handyman jailed for conning OAP out of thousands
A fraudulent tradesman who preyed on an elderly homeowner has been sentenced after conning the OAP out of thousands in a cruel deception. Discover how justice was served.
Gran loses £12k in Lamborghini project collapse
An elderly grandmother's dream investment in a luxury car restoration scheme has left her facing devastating losses as the company behind the ambitious project goes into administration.
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.
Phantom Hackers Target UK Seniors in Sophisticated Scam
Exclusive investigation reveals how international criminal gangs are using fake tech support and government impersonation scams to steal millions from UK pensioners.
Florida grandmother outsmarts phone scammer
A sharp-witted Florida senior turned the tables on a phone scammer, exposing the fraud and warning others about sophisticated cons targeting vulnerable people.
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.
Timeshare tyrants' £28m scam funded luxury lifestyle
Exclusive investigation reveals how a ruthless couple conned elderly victims out of £28 million in Britain's biggest timeshare scam, funding a lifestyle of luxury art, private jets and Hampshire mansions.
Carer jailed for fleecing £300k from pensioner
A so-called carer who systematically drained an elderly woman's life savings of £300,000 while pretending to be her friend has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of elder abuse.
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.
Downsizing Guide for Elderly Parents
Expert advice from Age UK on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing for elderly parents. Discover stress-reduction strategies, decluttering tips, and financial considerations.
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.
NHS hip fracture crisis puts elderly patients at risk
Exclusive investigation reveals how delayed hip fracture surgeries are costing lives and burdening taxpayers with millions in avoidable NHS costs. Senior doctors demand urgent government action.
Australia's Aged Care Crisis: Human Cost Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating human impact of Australia's failing aged care system, with Greens Senator Penny Allman-Payne demanding urgent government action.
Fortune tellers cursed elderly in £800k scam
Three Pennsylvania fortune tellers face justice after convincing elderly victims they were cursed in sophisticated psychic fraud scheme spanning years.
TikTok fake lawyer jailed for fatal crash
A fraudulent TikTok legal advisor who caused the death of a 77-year-old man in a horrific car crash has been sentenced to prison. Discover the full shocking story of deception and tragedy.
Elderly couple dead for months without coroner investigation
An elderly couple lay undiscovered for months in their London home due to coroner service delays, raising serious questions about elderly care and public service failures.
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