Retiree Invents 'Stinger' Fence to Puncture Tyres of Parking Offenders
Retiree Kevin Pringle invents a fence with hidden spikes that deflate tyres of vehicles parking illegally on grass verges.
Category : Fraud
Fake Medical Exams Boss Jailed for Four Years
Andrew Eburne, director of Doctors on Wheels Ltd, sentenced to four years for issuing fraudulent medical certificates to lorry and bus drivers, compromising public safety.
Sydney ‘Fortune-Teller’ Charged in £70m Fraud Syndicate
Sydney fortune-teller Anya Phan charged in £70m fraud syndicate, exploiting vulnerable clients with false predictions.
O2 Warns of SIM Deactivation Scam Text Alert
O2 alerts customers to a new scam text claiming SIM deactivation due to unsigned terms. The fraudulent message includes a link to steal personal data. Stay safe by not clicking links and verifying via official channels.
Drivers urged to use tamper-resistant screws as number plate thefts surge
Number plate thefts in the UK have more than doubled in four years. Drivers urged to use tamper-resistant screws to prevent theft and cloning.
Finance Expert Loses £300 to AI Scam on Vinted
A finance worker who handles fraud daily lost £300 to an AI-generated scam on Vinted. Monzo warns of rising ticket fraud using AI tools, with victims losing thousands.
Cardiff Firm Fined £400k After Worker Killed by Door Spring
A Cardiff printing company was fined £400,000 after a maintenance worker died when a door spring ejected a wrench. HSE found safety failures despite prior incidents.
O2 Warns of SIM Card Phishing Scam Targeting MyO2 Logins
O2 alerts customers to a new phishing scam where fraudsters send fake SIM card expiry messages to steal MyO2 login credentials. Learn how to spot and report it.
O2 Users Told to Dial 4-Digit Code in Friday Update
O2 warns 22 million UK subscribers of a phishing scam where fraudsters pose as the network, claiming SIM cards will expire. Customers are urged to report suspicious texts to 7726.
112-Year-Old WWII Veteran's Bank Account Drained by Identity Thief
Identity thief drains bank account of 112-year-old WWII veteran Richard Overton, using his Social Security number to make withdrawals.
Supermarkets Issue Multiple Food Recalls Over Metal, Plastic, and Allergen Risks
Asda, Co-op, Lidl, Morrisons, Iceland, and Ikea recall various foods due to metal, plastic, Listeria, and allergen risks.
Brisbane Law Firm Partner Charged in $340,000 Legal Aid Fraud
Four men charged with fraud and money laundering after allegedly defrauding Legal Aid of $340,000 and mishandling $765,000 in trust funds.
Cardiff Teen's Bike Chase Leads to Drug Discovery
Harlee Bindon, 18, fled police on an uninsured scrambler bike in Cardiff, leading to the discovery of crack cocaine and cannabis. He was sentenced to a suspended prison term.
Adult Star Scammed Out of England Ticket, Flashes in Fanzone
OnlyFans star Skylar Skye claimed she was scammed out of her England vs Croatia World Cup ticket after posting a photo online, then attended the fanzone where she flashed fans.
Boots Email Scam Targets 9 Million Shoppers
A phishing scam impersonating Boots has targeted 9 million shoppers, tricking them into revealing personal and card details via fake survey emails.
Airport Drug Smuggling Foiled by Lost Suitcase
A criminal enterprise involving gangs from Greater Manchester and Merseyside collapsed after a suitcase left behind at Manchester Airport led to the discovery of 246kg of cocaine worth £24m.
Volunteer Fined £150 Over Kale Leaf at Sainsbury's
Monica Serro was fined £150 for dropping a kale leaf in a trolley while collecting food for the vulnerable. The penalty was later rescinded by the council.
Traitors Star Sam Little Loses £40,000 in Scam
Sam Little from BBC's The Traitors reveals he was scammed out of £40,000 in a sophisticated phishing attack, urging others to be vigilant.
Furious Mum Fined £150 for Dropping Kale Leaf in Car Park
A mum volunteer was fined £150 for dropping a kale leaf from a trolley while collecting food donations. The council later cancelled the fine, citing a technical error.
Ivory Coast Star Wahi Arrested Over Spot-Fixing Before World Cup
Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi was arrested in France on suspicion of spot-fixing just weeks before the World Cup. He was released without charge and played in the tournament.
Traitors Star Sam Reveals £40,000 Scam Loss
The Traitors UK star Sam opens up about losing £40,000 in a sophisticated scam, warning others to double-check before answering calls.
Traitors Star Loses £40k Life Savings in Scam
Traitors star Sam Little reveals he lost £40,000 in a sickening scam, sharing his emotional story on TikTok to raise awareness about phishing fraud.
Gatwick iPark Scam: Holidaymakers Left Stranded After Parking Booking
A woman claims iPark parking at Gatwick Airport left her and dozens of others stranded, with cars found dirty, items stolen, and fines of up to £500.
Worker Cautioned Over Kate's Medical Records Breach
A former healthcare worker at the London Clinic received a formal caution after offering the Princess of Wales's private medical records for financial gain.
Police Officer Used Neighbour's Card for £30,000 Spree
Former Merseyside Police officer Gary Carson befriended his elderly neighbour and used her bank card to spend over £30,000 on fast food, shopping, and more. He was sacked for gross misconduct.
Bank Customers Urged to Dial 159 to Foil Scams
Lloyds, Nationwide, and NatWest customers are advised to call 159 if they suspect a scam call. The hotline, flagged by MSE, connects directly to your bank to verify calls.
GTA 6 Pre-Order Scams Appear as Release Nears
Scammers are targeting gamers with fake GTA 6 pre-order deposits as the November 2026 release approaches. Avoid these listings until official channels open.
DVLA Issues Urgent Scam Warning for UK Drivers
DVLA warns UK drivers of phishing scams asking for bank details or claiming refunds. Report suspicious texts or emails.
Ghost Ticket Scam Hits World Cup Fans on StubHub
Fans report buying World Cup tickets on StubHub only to have them cancelled at the stadium, with refunds delayed and prices doubled. England fans warned ahead of their match.
CIA Mind-Control Program Aimed to Create 'Super Spies' and Assassins, Psychiatrist Claims
Psychiatrist claims CIA Cold War mind-control programs aimed to create assassins using hypnosis, drugs, and implants, citing declassified records.
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