NSW gun buyback gets federal funding boost after talks
The federal government will fund a NSW gun buyback scheme, marking a shift in policy after months of negotiations between Canberra and Sydney.
Category : Fraud
Mum in incest case arrested again for burglary
Monica Mares, who had an incestuous relationship with her son, faces new charges after allegedly breaking into a home in Clovis, New Mexico, on August 9.
True crime author Berry-Dee accused of abuse
The UK's bestselling true crime author, Christopher Berry-Dee, faces multiple allegations of assault and child sexual abuse, according to a Guardian investigation.
Couple's Jungle Paradise Ends in Mystery Death
Ex-Wall Street millionaire John Bender was found shot dead in his Costa Rica jungle mansion. His wife Ann, diagnosed with folie à deux, was tried three times for his murder, acquitted twice, and remains free. The case remains unsolved.
Welsh Water apologises after telling man to fix leak it caused
Welsh Water admitted causing a leak outside Nigel Fullick's home, then told him it was his responsibility to fix it. After WalesOnline intervened, the company apologised and arranged repairs.
Student finds €9m gold hoard while digging sewer
An 18-year-old Belgian student unearthed a gold hoard worth an estimated €9m while digging sewer trenches on a former brewery site, initially mistaking the bars for €1 coins.
Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in CEO killing
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, resolving one of two cases against him.
British Tourists Hit by Fake Cancun Airport Tax Scam
British holidaymakers are being targeted by organised crime gangs at Cancun airport, who pose as tax officials and overcharge tourists in a fake airport tax scam, potentially costing millions.
Kinahan extradition flight cost €110,896, source says
The Irish Air Corps' Falcon 6X flew Daniel Kinahan from Dubai to Ireland at an estimated cost of €110,896, about half the price of hiring a private jet for the same trip.
Free true crime documentaries to stream on STV Player
Netflix's The Idaho Murders tops charts; free true crime docs on STV Player include Fred and Rose West, Aileen Wuornos, and more.
Nationwide direct debit scam warning as fake emails circulate
Nationwide customers are urged to stay vigilant as fraudulent emails claim a direct debit to a dental practice has been set up, aiming to steal details.
Nationwide direct debit scam alert: customers told to ignore emails
A scam email mimicking Nationwide claims a direct debit to a dental practice has been set up, urging recipients to click a malicious link. Which? and Norfolk Trading Standards warn customers not to engage.
Asylum seeker hid cannabis in car linked to Home Office
A failed asylum seeker was found with half-a-kilo of cannabis in a car registered at a Home Office address. Omar Ahmed was sentenced to nine months in prison.
Dealer freed early after serving four months for fatal ecstasy supply
Jay Conway, 21, who supplied ecstasy that killed girlfriend Lennix Hughes, 16, was released from prison in late May after serving just four months of his 15-month sentence.
Young drivers need scam awareness lessons: expert warning
One in 10 young drivers has been caught out by ghost broking insurance scams, prompting Allianz UK to launch a quiz and urge parents to educate teens on fraud risks.
Father and son jailed for emptying pensioner's bank account
A father and son emptied a 90-year-old's bank account of over £10,000 for fake roof repairs. They were sentenced at Derby Crown Court after pleading guilty to fraud.
Warning over dangerous new 'one time passcode' card scam
Which? warns of a new card scam where victims are tricked into approving payments, which could also be used for large bank transfers.
BBC clip resurfaces of surgeon before arrest for amputation fraud
New Prime Video documentary explores Neil Hopper's case; unearthed BBC footage shows him before arrest for fraud and self-amputation.
Five drones crash into Thames during light show rehearsal
Five drones crashed into each other and fell into the River Thames during a pre-programmed light show rehearsal near the London Eye, according to an AAIB report.
Cleaner jailed for £22K jewellery theft from pensioner's home
Michelle Black, 40, of Runcorn, was jailed for 38 months after stealing jewellery and a purse worth over £22,000 from a vulnerable Frodsham pensioner's home.
Woman given 500 years to repay £28k benefits fraud
Lesleyann McLean, 44, from Scone, has been ordered to repay £27,908 fraudulently claimed from the DWP at £5 a month, taking over 465 years.
Benefits cheat given 465 years to repay £27,908
A benefits cheat who hid her husband from officials has been given nearly 500 years to repay the money she obtained by fraud, with repayments set at £5 a month.
Dangerous card scam can bypass refund protections, Which? warns
Which? warns of a dangerous scam where victims approve card payments, potentially losing money without automatic refund protections that apply to bank transfers.
Benefits cheat given 500 years to repay £28k fraud
Lesleyann McLean, 44, hid her husband from DWP, claimed £27,908 illegally, and must repay at £5 a month, taking over 465 years.
Young Drivers Warned of Ghost Broking Scams After 1 in 10 Caught Out
One in 10 young drivers have fallen victim to 'ghost broking' insurance scams, prompting experts to call for scam awareness lessons and a new quiz.
US ICE plans £15m electric shock gloves for agents
US ICE plans to equip agents with £15m electric shock gloves, sparking outrage from Democrats and experts over potential misuse in anti-protester escalation.
Scam warning: bogus housing association calls to Paisley tenants
Ferguslie Park Housing Association warns tenants after reports of a caller claiming to be from the association about outstanding repair works.
Kirkby murderer pictured after gang member tortured and petrol attack
Tobiasz Kozlowski, 38, of Kirkby, is one of four men convicted over the killing of Tomasz Samel, 45, who was kidnapped, tortured, doused in petrol and set alight in 2019.
Police Seize 86kg Cannabis from Sao Paulo Team Bus
A Sao Paulo team bus was stopped in Bolivia, where police found 86kg of cannabis worth £750k, leaving the squad stranded at the airport.
Four guilty of killing gang member set on fire over £1m cigarettes
Four men have been found guilty of killing Tomasz Samel, who was kidnapped, tortured, and set alight over the loss of cigarettes worth £1m. Neil Jones and Tobiasz Kozlowski were convicted of murder, while Kevin Wooden and Kye Arthur were found guilty of m
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