Couple sentenced for illegal sex pill operation
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Accountant jailed for stealing £2.4M for gambling and cruises
A senior accountant, described as 'like a daughter' by her boss, has been sentenced to prison for embezzling £2.4 million to fuel her gambling addiction and lavish cruise holidays.
George Santos sentenced to prison in fraud case
Former US Congressman George Santos has been handed a prison sentence after pleading guilty to multiple fraud charges in New Jersey, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the embattled politician.
California targets dating app scams amid fraud surge
Authorities in California are intensifying efforts to combat a surge in fraudulent activities on dating apps, warning users to stay vigilant against sophisticated scams.
Santos makes desperate plea before fraud sentencing
Former US Representative George Santos makes a desperate last-minute plea for mercy as he faces sentencing for multiple federal fraud charges.
Barclays scam alert for millions of customers
Barclays warns customers of a sharp rise in sophisticated scams, urging vigilance to protect savings and personal data.
Honey trapper swindled wealthy men in two-year scam spree
A cunning 'honey trapper' reveals how she seduced and deceived wealthy men, swindling them out of thousands over a two-year crime spree—claiming her victims were 'gullible'.
Scam alert: Fake weight-loss pills sold online
Fraudsters are flooding the internet with counterfeit weight-loss pills, putting unsuspecting buyers at risk. Here's how to spot the fakes and stay safe.
Wizz Air staff pocket passenger cash – airline responds
Budget airline Wizz Air has acknowledged that some of its airport staff have been caught taking cash payments from passengers without issuing tickets. Here’s how it affects travellers.
Student jailed for selling phishing kits to cybercriminals
A university student has been sentenced to prison for creating and selling phishing kits that enabled fraudsters to steal sensitive data from unsuspecting victims.
George Santos pleads guilty to fraud charges
Former US Representative George Santos, infamous for fabricating his life story, has pleaded guilty to fraud charges and could face significant prison time.
Paramount, CBS drop Trump after NY fraud case
Major media networks Paramount and CBS have severed business relations with Donald Trump following his New York fraud conviction, marking a significant shift in Hollywood's stance.
Trump demands Biden resign over ‘fraudulent’ election
Former US President Donald Trump has called for Joe Biden to step down, accusing him of election fraud. Meanwhile, Meta and Amazon face scrutiny over alleged White House influence.
Ponzi gang jailed for £16m elderly scam
A ruthless gang that preyed on elderly victims, scamming them out of £16 million in a sophisticated Ponzi scheme, has been jailed. Read how justice was served.
Fake Embassy Scam Uncovered in Delhi
Indian police dismantle a fake embassy in New Delhi, exposing a scam where fraudsters issued visas for the unrecognised 'Kingdom of Westarctica'.
Virgin River star targeted by Instagram scam
Alexandra Breckenridge, beloved star of Netflix's 'Virgin River,' warns fans about a fake Instagram account impersonating her to scam followers.
Manager fakes 22 employees to steal £1.6M
A cunning manager created a network of 22 fake employees with 'perfect attendance' to siphon off £1.6 million from their company. Discover how this elaborate payroll scam unfolded.
AFL umpire guilty of fraud over fake suicide attempt
Former AFL umpire Troy Pannell has been convicted of fraud after staging a suicide attempt to claim insurance money. The court heard shocking details of his elaborate scheme.
Tom Hayes: Libor Scandal and Legal Battle
Former trader Tom Hayes' role in the Libor scandal and his ongoing legal battle to clear his name. Discover the twists and turns of one of banking's biggest controversies.
Thai woman arrested for alleged £1.5M Bangkok bank heist
A Thai woman has been detained in Cambodia over accusations of stealing 70 million baht (£1.5 million) from a Bangkok bank. The suspect allegedly posed as a wealthy investor to deceive staff.
Urgent warning over super account scam targeting UK savers
UK authorities issue an urgent alert over a sophisticated scam targeting super accounts. Learn how to protect your savings from fraudsters.
School captain accused of scamming classmates
A high school captain allegedly deceived his peers in a fraudulent scheme, leaving parents and students stunned. Authorities are investigating the claims.
Fraudster jailed for £300k Timpson charity scam
A con artist who stole £300,000 from a charity linked to Timpson's prison reform initiative has been sentenced to jail. The scammer exploited the trust of the organisation, falsely claiming the funds were for ex-offenders.
Ex-banker accused of £1.5m fraud against David Davis
Kenny Rogers, a former UBS and Citigroup banker, faces allegations of defrauding ex-Brexit Secretary David Davis of £1.5m in a high-profile financial scandal.
India police dismantle fake embassy operation
Authorities in India have dismantled a sophisticated fake embassy operation, arresting several individuals involved in the international fraud scheme.
Fake white chocolate scandal: Vegetable oil substitutes exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how some manufacturers are substituting cocoa butter with cheaper vegetable oils in white chocolate, deceiving consumers and compromising quality.
Surgeon accused of amputating healthy limbs
A UK surgeon is under investigation for allegedly performing unnecessary amputations and fabricating sepsis diagnoses in a shocking medical fraud case.
Surgeon charged in NHS amputation fraud scandal
A leading surgeon faces serious fraud charges after allegedly performing unnecessary amputations on vulnerable patients, sparking outrage and an NHS investigation.
Lammy: No UK voter fraud prosecutions in history
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy asserts that not a single person has faced prosecution for voter fraud in the UK, sparking debate over electoral integrity.
Gangs sell fake UK care jobs in £15k visa scam
Organised crime groups are abusing UK visa schemes by offering fake care worker jobs to migrants, charging up to £15,000 per person in an elaborate scam.
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