Bangkok Bar Fire Death Toll Hits 30, Dozens in Hospital
The death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire has risen to 30, with over 70 hospitalized and 24 critical, in Thailand's deadliest bar fire in 17 years.
Category : Fraud
Apple Warns of FaceTime Scam Draining Bank Accounts
Apple warns iPhone users of a FaceTime scam where fraudsters pose as bank employees to steal personal info and drain accounts. Users urged to report suspicious calls.
Chamber Warns of Fake Emails Causing Reputational Harm
The North East England Chamber of Commerce warns members about fake emails designed to cause reputational damage, stating no data breach occurred and systems remain secure.
British pensioner duped in £7.85m scam returns home
William Eastment, 80, was arrested in Chile with 5kg of meth after being tricked by scammers promising a £7.85 million inheritance. He is now returning to the UK, craving tea and a roast dinner.
Amazon Red Alert: UK Customers Warned of New Email Scam
Amazon has issued a red alert to UK customers about a surge in scam emails that impersonate the company, tricking users into revealing personal data. The fake messages claim suspicious account activity and include a link to a phishing page.
Fake News Stories Lure Victims to Scam Investment Sites
Fraudsters create convincing fake articles from trusted publishers like The Guardian, using AI-generated images and cloned websites to trick victims into handing over money for fake investments.
British Couple Rescued from Ravine After Deadly Spain Wildfire
A British couple was found semi-conscious with burns covering 40% of their bodies after being trapped in a ravine during Spain's deadliest wildfire in recent history, which killed 12 and burned over 6,000 hectares.
Campervan Firm Linked to Shamed SNP Councillor Changes Name
Demon Campers, tied to ex-SNP councillor Michael Cullen who faked rape claims, renamed Demon Leisure. Director Audrey Cullen resigned amid police probe into fraud.
Shopper horrified by security tag on Zara dress on Vinted
A woman was shocked to discover a £7.99 Zara dress on Vinted still had its security tag attached after zooming in on the photos, calling the listing 'outrageous.'
M&S, Tesco, Lidl, Primark, John Lewis Issue Urgent Recalls
M&S, Tesco, Lidl, Primark, and John Lewis have issued urgent recalls for food and products due to listeria, allergens, lead, and asbestos risks. Customers urged not to consume or use items.
Man kept wife's corpse on sofa for months, used detergent
John Emrich, 59, is accused of keeping his wife Veronica's body on their sofa for four months and using laundry detergent to mask the odor. He faces a felony charge.
Benefits cheat jailed for £160k fake ID fraud
Adam Mejri, 47, wept in the dock as he was jailed for 42 months after using a fake identity to claim over £160,000 in benefits and council support, including attempting to exploit a Grenfell Tower fund.
Samir Nasri Held 10 Hours Over Money Laundering Case
Former Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri was held by French police for 10 hours over an alleged money laundering case linked to drug traffickers, but released without charges.
Fake Dating Profile Exposes Romance Scammer Speed
A fake dating profile for a 72-year-old widow received 124 messages in 30 days, with 29 showing scam behaviour. Almost one in four messages were suspicious, and eight had financial undertones. Experts warn families to watch for signs.
Tim Dowling: The Scam Call That Ended in Laughter
Tim Dowling shares a baffling scam call experience where the caller laughed uncontrollably, leaving him questioning modern fraud tactics.
Lottery Winner, 80, Jailed for Role in £288m Drug Empire
Wigan lottery winner John Eric Spiby, 80, jailed for 16.5 years for leading a £288m counterfeit drug empire from his rural home.
Bravo Pulls Wendy Osefo's Wife Swap Episode After Fraud Charges
Bravo delays Wendy Osefo's Wife Swap episode after she and her husband face 16 fraud charges over an alleged false insurance claim.
Sean Kingston Sentenced to Three and a Half Years for $1m Wire Fraud
Sean Kingston sentenced to 3.5 years for $1m wire fraud scheme involving luxury items and fake receipts.
Real Housewives Star Pleads Guilty in UK Fraud Probe
Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Jen Shah pleads guilty to fraud charges in telemarketing scheme that scammed hundreds.
Carer Jailed for Fleecing £300k from Pensioner
Carer Pamela Gwinnett stole £300k from pensioner Joan Green, spent on Botox and luxury, jailed six years in absentia.
British Wine Fraudster Jailed in New York Court
British man James Wellesley pleads guilty in New York to $99 million wine fraud involving fake loans and fictitious wine collections.
Tennessee Man Sharing Babe Ruth’s Name Charged in Baseball-Themed Fraud Scheme
Tennessee man named George Herman Ruth, same as Babe Ruth, charged with using stolen identities of baseball players to defraud class action settlements of over $550,000.
Lottery Player 'Sickened' After Winning £12M Ticket Binned
A mother-of-two from South Wales claims her winning £12 million lottery ticket was thrown away after a shopkeeper said it wasn't a winner. Allwyn is investigating.
Dine and Dash Scourge: One in 20 Britons Admit to Skipping Restaurant Bills
One in 20 Britons admit to dine-and-dash, with incidents rising amid cost-of-living crisis, leaving restaurants struggling.
Police Warn Swift Fans Over Southport Ticket Scams
Victorian police warn Taylor Swift fans of social media ticket scams, with losses exceeding $260,000 ahead of the Eras tour.
Countryfile Investigates Identity Fraud Targeting Farmers
Countryfile investigates identity fraud targeting farmers, with criminals stealing goods worth thousands by posing as legitimate buyers.
Man Jailed for £1m Fake Football Memorabilia Fraud
David Rennie jailed for six years for selling fake signed football memorabilia, making £1m over nine years.
Mushroom Poisoning Accused Denied Bail in Triple Death Case
Erin Patterson denied bail on murder charges over fatal mushroom lunch in Leongatha, Victoria, accused of killing three and attempting murder of ex-partner.
Benefits cheat who claimed she couldn't walk caught running takeaway
Julie Smith, 47, claimed £13,720 in disability benefits saying she couldn't walk 20 metres, but was filmed cooking and serving at her takeaway in Coatbridge.
Model Jailed for £150k Romance Scam Over Fake £80m Inheritance
Model Gemma Kingsley jailed for over seven years for defrauding men of £150k by lying about an £80m inheritance.
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