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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Best Country for British Retirement Revealed

Discover why Portugal has been crowned the ultimate retirement haven for British expats, offering an unbeatable blend of sun-drenched living, affordable healthcare, and a welcoming community.

Queen's Crime Writer Hunted by Online Crooks

Bestselling author and friend to the Royal Family, Penny Vincenzi, is targeted in a sophisticated online scam, exposing the growing threat of cybercrime against high-profile figures in Britain.

FCA Alert: Protect Your Money From Clone Firm Scams

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority issues an urgent warning as sophisticated 'clone firm' investment scams skyrocket, with criminals stealing millions from UK savers. Learn how to spot the red flags.

Trump Allies Urged National Guard Deployment in NY Fraud Case

Ex-President Trump's allies, including former Florida AG Pam Bondi, are reportedly urging him to deploy the National Guard in New York following a staggering $355 million civil fraud judgment. Explore the unprecedented legal and political manoeuvring.

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.

African scammers target British women in 'colonial revenge' fraud

Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal networks in West Africa are systematically targeting single British women on dating apps, using a disturbing 'colonial revenge' narrative to justify their multi-million pound romance fraud operations.

Billionaire Heiress Loses Millions in Crypto Scam

Billionaire heiress Taylor Thomson and her best friend are reeling after losing a fortune in a disastrous cryptocurrency investment with a close friend, exposing the dark side of digital asset schemes.

Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home

A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.

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