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.
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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.
Children overtake pensioners in UK poverty crisis
New analysis reveals a dramatic reversal in UK poverty trends, with children overtaking pensioners as the age group most likely to live in poverty. The triple lock's success for retirees contrasts sharply with growing child deprivation.
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.
Gran loses life savings in Martin Lewis Bitcoin scam
A grandmother lost her entire £50,000 life savings after fraudsters impersonating Martin Lewis tricked her into a fake cryptocurrency investment, leaving her living in a caravan.
Syrian pensioner wins UK immigration appeal
A 76-year-old Syrian man has won his appeal to stay in Britain after immigration judges recognised his integration and the care he's received from the NHS and British public.
Pensioner loses £20k to fake doctor romance scam
A vulnerable 72-year-old woman lost her life savings to a sophisticated online romance scam after being 'love-bombed' by a man posing as a humanitarian doctor in Somalia.
Pensioner, 86, killed in Iceland supermarket car park
An elderly shopper dies after being struck by a vehicle at an Iceland car park in North London, sparking police investigation and community mourning.
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.
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.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Pensioners
UK pensioners are being warned about sophisticated text message scams impersonating DWP and HMRC, attempting to steal personal and financial information through fake Winter Fuel Payment offers.
Pensioner 'sucker punched' in Poundbury smell dispute
An 83-year-old man was violently assaulted by his neighbour in an upmarket Poundbury village over a long-running smell complaint, with the court hearing how the victim was 'sucker punched' while his husband pointed a walking stick like a rifle.
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.
93-year-old father shares joy of raising young child
In an extraordinary story of modern family life, 93-year-old John reveals the challenges and joys of raising a young child, defying conventional expectations about age and parenting.
Schoolgirl sisters beat pensioner to death in savage attack
Exclusive investigation reveals how two academically promising sisters descended into brutal violence, beating an innocent 71-year-old man to death in a horrific attack that shocked the nation.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Claim Up to £600
Essential guide to the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Weather Payment schemes - discover if you're eligible for up to £600 to help with heating bills this winter.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Exact Dates Confirmed
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the payment schedule for Winter Fuel Payments and Pensioner Cost of Living support. Discover when you'll receive up to £600 to help with heating bills this winter.
Pensioner's miracle escape at father's funeral
A 68-year-old man cheated death when an out-of-control vehicle smashed into mourners gathered outside a church funeral service in Birstall, Leicestershire.
Fake TikTok lawyer jailed for killing OAP in crash
A dangerous fraudster who killed a pensioner in a catastrophic collision has been sentenced after brazenly impersonating a legal professional on social media while awaiting trial.
COVID fraud hit squad recovers £1.4bn from scammers
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudsters exploited COVID support schemes as government deploys specialist team to claw back stolen taxpayer money.
Covid fraudsters get final warning: Pay back or face jail
Exclusive: UK authorities issue 72-hour ultimatum to suspected pandemic fraudsters as £30 million remains unreturned. Final chance before criminal prosecution begins.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Dates & Amounts
Everything you need to know about Winter Fuel Payments for 2024-25 - including who qualifies, how much you'll get, and when payments will hit bank accounts as heating costs remain high.
Mooshtips racing tipster accused of multi-million fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how British expat Andrew 'Mooshtips' Manison allegedly defrauded horse racing enthusiasts worldwide from his Thai mansion in elaborate betting scheme.
Ambulance worker jailed for stealing from elderly patients
A Welsh ambulance service worker has been convicted after systematically stealing from elderly patients during emergency call-outs, including stealing aftershave from a 94-year-old man.
Starmer criticised over response to racist conference remark
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism after failing to immediately challenge a retiree's inflammatory comment about 'people coming into this country' during a Q&A session at the party's conference in Liverpool.
Step-son's neglect led to pensioner's tragic death
A vulnerable pensioner died in squalid conditions after his step-son, entrusted as his carer, abandoned him without food or proper care in their Kent home.
Pensioner dies in inheritance feud with stepson
A 74-year-old man died following a physical altercation with his stepson during a bitter argument about a cottage inheritance from his late wife, a court hears in tragic case.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Bingo Night Brawl: Pensioners Clash in Community Hall Chaos
Shocking scenes unfolded at a community bingo evening when a heated dispute over numbers escalated into a full-scale physical altercation, sending elderly players scrambling for safety as furniture flew across the room.
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