Identity Theft

Upper Providence Warrant Alleges Fraud, Theft  The Schwenksville PostUpper Providence police look to arrest a 50-year-old Berks County woman on four separate felony charges related to the alleged theft of more than $2400.

Hackers covet your identity | Editorials | dchieftain.com  El Defensor ChieftainEach day people take a virtual trip through the internet to do their banking, make hotel reservations, shop for a new car, or engage in a myriad of other activities.

Got tricked into giving up your Social Security number? Here’s what to do  MarketWatchHow to avoid Social Security fraud, and what to do if someone gets hold of your number.

How Facebook Unfriends Ad Fraudsters  pymnts.comPYMNTS explores the latest developments in digital fraud, including emerging fraud threats and fraud-fighting solutions from corporations and world …

Oak Brook nurse assistant charged with identity theft, exploiting the elderly  Chicago Sun-TimesShuton Threatt, 35, allegedly stole the credit card information of a 62-year-old man and 83-year-old woman, police said.

Preventing children from becoming victims of identity theft:  Newnan Times-HeraldWe generally do not think of school children when we think of identity theft. According to the Better Business Bureau, a past survey conducted by the Identity …

Oak Brook Nurse Assistant Charged With Identity Theft, Exploiting The Elderly August 29, 2019  RADIO.COM

Neuroscience giving banks a chance to detect both fraud and friction  PaymentsSourceWith the Federal Reserve last month citing synthetic identity fraud as a growing concern for financial institutions, there’s more pressure to detect fraud at …

POLICE CALLS  Youngstown VindicatorPOLICE CALLS. A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND. Aug. 22. Assault/aggravated menacing: An Eastbrooke …

Saratoga restaurant owners convicted of labor fraud  The Mercury NewsA trio of San Jose residents who lured Spaniards to Silicon Valley with promises of steady work and rent-free housing only to pay them a pittance, if anything at …

Saratoga restaurant owners convicted of labor fraud  The Mercury NewsA trio of San Jose residents who lured Spaniards to Silicon Valley with promises of steady work and rent-free housing only to pay them a pittance, if anything at …

Saratoga restaurant owners convicted of labor fraud  The Mercury NewsA trio of San Jose residents who lured Spaniards to Silicon Valley with promises of steady work and rent-free housing only to pay them a pittance, if anything at …

Saratoga restaurant owners convicted of labor fraud  East Bay TimesSAN JOSE — A trio of San Jose residents who lured Spaniards to Silicon Valley with promises of steady work and rent-free housing only to pay them a pittance, …

Child Identity Theft 101  KTVAShortly after children are born, parents apply for the Social Security number that their children will use throughout their lives. Unfortunately, that leaves criminals …

Child Identity Theft 101  KAKEShortly after children are born, parents apply for the Social Security number that their children will use throughout their lives. Unfortunately, that leaves criminals …

woman charged in federal fraud case | Local News | newsminer.com  Fairbanks Daily News-MinerAccording to the indictment, the woman used a stolen credit card to make several fraudulent charges in May 2017, including a $2439.90 purchase from Ev…

Elliott Greenblott: Fraud Watch: Your identity has been stolen!  Brattleboro Reformer”Capital One data breach compromises 100 million” (New York Times, 7/29/19); “State Farm suffers data breach” (Security Magazine, 8/8/19); “Mass General …

Recognize her? West Chester police asking for help finding identity theft suspect  Hamilton Journal NewsThe West Chester Police Department is attempting to identify a suspect they say was involved in a th…

Update: 2 arrested in ‘ongoing’ area theft/fraud ring  Dayton Daily NewsA second person has been arrested as part of an investigation into an out-of-state theft and fraud ring operating in Greene and Montgomery County …

Police accuse Oak Brook nurse’s assistant of identity theft  WLS-TVA nurse’s assistant is accused of stealing people’s identities while employed at a rehabilitation center in west suburban Oak Brook.

Stolen items recovered in apartment of Ada man suspected of counterfeiting  Lima OhioADA — Several stolen items believed to have been purchased by an Ada man already jailed on counterfeiting charges were recovered during the execution of …

Brevard Sheriff Wayne Ivey attends unusual news conference without charges  Florida TodayBrevard Sheriff Wayne Ivey joins Randy Fine and Bryan Lober in a press conference about an identity theft case with no charges pressed.

Brevard Sheriff Wayne Ivey accuses Democrat in political identity theft case  Florida TodayBrevard Sheriff Wayne Ivey joins Randy Fine and Bryan Lober in a press conference about an identity theft case with no charges pressed.

$6000 worth of stolen goods found in Ada apartment  Your News NowEarlier this month, $50000 of fake money was found in the apartment of Deyond White in Ada. Now another search has been done, and officers discovered that …

$6000 worth of stolen goods found in Ada apartment  Your News NowEarlier this month, $50000 of fake money was found in the apartment of Deyond White in Ada. Now another search has been done, and officers discovered that …

Richmond County looking for identity fraud suspect  WFXGThe Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is on the lookout for an identity fraud suspect.

Oak Brook health care worker charged with exploitation of the elderly, financial identity theft  Chicago TribuneAn employee of an Oak Brook skilled care facility has been charged with aggravated financial exploitation of the elderly and aggra…

Someday, Someone Will Commit a Major Crime in Space  Slate MagazineBefore space tourism can take off, we need to figure out how to handle crime.

Someday, Someone Will Commit a Major Crime in Space  SlateBefore space tourism can take off, we need to figure out how to handle crime.

» News » Bartlesville Man Arrested in Identity Theft Case  Bartlesville RadioA Bartlesville resident was arrested after fraudulently using a social security number to obtain a loan. Mauro Gonzalez was charged with felony identity theft …

Ex-chairman of Christian science church in L.A. facing fraud charges, ordered to remain behind bars pending trial  KABC-TVA former leader of the Fifth Church of Christ, Scientist in Los Angeles, who is under indictment for allegedly siphoning…

Haverford Crime Blotter: Vehicle Thefts, Vandalism, Burglary  Haverford, PA PatchHaverford Crime Blotter: Vehicle Thefts, Burglary – Haverford-Havertown, PA – Police said dog feces was thrown on a vehicle window at the Haverford Township …

Police search for identity theft suspect in West Mobile  WKRG News 5MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile Police Department is searching for an identity theft suspect in West Mobile. Police shared a photo of the suspect with News …

Liberation Way employees plead guilty in Bucks County addiction treatment scheme  PhillyVoice.comThree employees of a shuttered addiction treatment program in Bucks County have pleaded guilty to charges in an elaborate, multimillion dollar in…

Keep Your Information Safe From Social Security Robocall Scam  Stoneham, MA PatchKeeping Your Information Safe – Stoneham, MA – The SSA will NEVER ask for your Social Security number or other personal information by e-mail.

Ex-Chairman Of LA Christian Science Church Accused Of Embezzling $11M  CBS Los AngelesLOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – The former chairman for a Christian Science church in Los Angeles was arrested Monday on allegations he stole a staggering $11.4 …

New Haven man charged with multiple fraud, identity theft offenses  FOX61 HartfordNEW HAVEN — Connecticut U.S. Attorney John H. Durham announced Wednesday a federal grand jury has indicted a New Haven man for fraud and identity …

Georgia editorial roundup  Associated PressRecent editorials from Georgia newspapers: ___ Aug. 25.

Georgia editorial roundup  Charlotte ObserverRecent editorials from Georgia newspapers: ___. Aug. 25. Valdosta Daily Times on preventing children from becoming victims of identity theft: …

Richmond police searching for identity fraud suspect  WWBT NBC12 NewsRichmond police are searching for the suspect behind a case of identity fraud.

Manhattan Beach Man Scammed $14M From Investors For Fake Netflix Movie  CBS Los AngelesLOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – A 41-year-old Manhattan Beach man was arrested Tuesday on allegations that he conned investors into giving him $14 million to …

When can you get a free credit report?  69News WFMZ-TVHopefully you already know that federal law entitles you to a free credit report every year. That’s not the only way you can get a free report, though.

Officials: New Haven man accused of credit card fraud, identity theft  WTNH.comAccording to Connecticut officials, a 10-count indictment charging a New Haven man for credit card fraud, wire fraud and identity theft offenses has returned …

CT Romanian National Admits To Role in Nationwide ATM Skimming Activity  Daily VoiceA Romanian national is facing decades in prison after admitting to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars by skimming ATM machines in Connecticut and …

California man scammed investors out of $14M with Netflix ‘film’ deal: feds  New York Post A Southern California man scammed foreign investors out of $14 million by falsely telling them their money would be used to produce a feature film for …

Child Identity Theft 101  mySanAntonio.comCalls and Solicitations – Your child receives pre-approved credit offers or bills from various vendors in the mail in his or her name or gets phone calls from card …

Child Identity Theft 101  Laredo Morning TimesShortly after children are born, parents apply for the Social Security number that their children will use throughout their lives. Unfortunately, that leaves criminals …

Investors fell for a star-studded Netflix film. It was a $14-million scam, prosecutors say  Los Angeles TimesA Manhattan Beach man who allegedly scammed $14 million from investors by falsely telling them their money would be used to produce a…

Identity theft prevention insurance: Is it worth your money?  CTV NewsData breaches are becoming more common and they’re putting your personal information at risk. But is it worth purchasing identity theft protection insurance?

Sontiq to Display Mobile Cybersecurity and Digital Identity Theft Protection at 2019 Channel Partners Evolution  WebWireSontiq, an enterprise high-tech security and identity protection company, today announced it will be exhibiting at Channel…

Maklev Accuses AG Mandelblit of “Identity Theft” with His Chareidi Appearance After Concert Fiasco  Yeshiva World NewsMK (Yahadut Hatorah) Uri Maklev spoke out to the media with three weeks remaining until elections for 22nd Knesset. Maklev a…

US charges 80 in world-spanning romance scam and email fraud ring  Naked SecurityThe US Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday unsealed a sprawling, 252-count, 145-page federal indictment charging 80 defendants – most of them …

Malaysia launches national digital ID to reduce identity theft  The PaypersMalaysia has launched a national biometric digital identification platform that will allow its 32 million residents to conduct online operations in ‘a safe and …

California man allegedly scammed $14 million from investors for fake Netflix movie  ABC NewsA Los Angeles man has surrendered to the FBI after he allegedly collected $14 million in a scam from investors for a fraudulent Netflix feature film.

Police accuse Oak Brook nurse’s assistant of identity theft  WLS-TVA nurse’s assistant is accused of stealing people’s identities while employed at a rehabilitation center in west suburban Oak Brook.

GUEST EDITORIAL: Don’t let child be victim of ID theft  Richmond RegisterEditor’s note: The Register’s parent company, CNHI, has papers all over the United States. Each Wednesday, this space will be dedicated to what one of those …

GUEST EDITORIAL: Don’t let child be victim of ID theft  Richmond RegisterEditor’s note: The Register’s parent company, CNHI, has papers all over the United States. Each Wednesday, this space will be dedicated to what one of those …

September is a great month to get a library card  Omaha World-HeraldEach September, libraries across the country celebrate National Library Card Sign-up Month as a way to remind educators, parents and students that library …

BBB: New scam targeting the elderly could lead to Medicare fraud, identity theft  FOX13 MemphisA new nationwide scam targeting the elderly could lead to Medicare fraud and identity theft. The Better Business Bureau told FOX13 the scammers off…

California man stole $14M, told victims money was for Netflix film: prosecutors  Fox NewsA Southern California man faces federal wire fraud, money laundering and aggravated identity theft charges after he defrauded foreign investors out of $1…

Loveland-Berthoud police activity: Drug DUIs, assaults  Loveland Reporter-Herald11:57 a.m. At Birkley Court and North Douglas Avenue, a 53-year-old Loveland woman on a failure-to-comply warrant. 12:11 p.m. At Birkley Court and North …

Man, woman identified, arrested after burglary: On the Record — Aug. 23 to 26  Craig Daily PressCraig Police Department Friday, Aug. 23 7:21 a.m. On the 600 block of Hockett Circle, police in Craig responded to an animal complaint. Community …

Southern California Man Faces Federal Charges in $14M Movie Scam  Courthouse News ServiceLOS ANGELES (CN) – A movie deal with Netflix that didn’t exist, mythical giant Paul Bunyan and forged documents form the heart of a $14 million scam, …

Manhattan Beach Man Faces Federal Charges in Connection With $14 Million Movie Scam  KTLA Los AngelesA Manhattan Beach man was arrested Tuesday morning and faces federal charges in connection with a movie scam that cost victims investing into…

Taxpayer Cybersecurity – Step 5: Create a Data Theft Recovery Plan  JD SupraThe Security Summit, consisting of the Internal Revenue *Service* (“IRS”), state tax agencies, and private-sector tax industry officials, is encouraging tax …

Taxpayer Cybersecurity – Step 5: Create a Data Theft Recovery Plan  JD SupraThe Security Summit, consisting of the Internal Revenue *Service* (“IRS”), state tax agencies, and private-sector tax industry officials, is encouraging tax …

Something To Talk About: Avoiding Fraud & Helping Boy With Compromised Immunity  News On 6It’s our favorite time of day, when we’ve all got something to talk about. Today Brian, Ashley and Stacia look at preventing fraud and identity theft, e…

Something To Talk About: Avoiding Fraud & Helping Boy With Compromised Immunity  News On 6It’s our favorite time of day, when we’ve all got something to talk about. Today Brian, Ashley and Stacia look at preventing fraud and identity theft, e…

One person reported hurt in Douglas Avenue crash Tuesday  Journal TimesA two-car crash was reported at 4:02 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Douglas Avenue.

Letter leads family to discover possible Social Security account hack  ABC6OnYourSide.comDebbie Burkman’s 88-year-old veteran dad Ed spends his time tending to his flowers, but the real thorn poking him was a letter from the Social Security …

Seven charged in fraud, ID theft case  Herald-Mail MediaSeven Maryland residents, including one from Hagerstown, are charged in a scheme to gain access to classified information on New York computers and those …

More Proof That Voter Fraud Is Real, and Bipartisan  Daily SignalGustavo Lerma, a Mexican citizen, was convicted of voting illegally in U.S. elections—and not for whom you might expect.

Clark County woman gets 1 month jail time, home confinement for fraud scheme  The ColumbianA former Clark County resident was sentenced earlier this month to a month in jail and home confinement for filing hundreds of thousands of dollars wor…

Police warn of identity-theft ring  Hudson Valley 360A recent string of car break-ins might be connected to a nationwide burglary ring known as the Felony Lane Gang, law enforcement officials said Tuesday.

Fugitive in contractor fraud case arrested in Salem | Local News  The Salem NewsSALEM — A man wanted in California for allegedly conning at least three homeowners out of more than $300000 by posing as a licensed home improvement …

Malaysia introduces national biometric digital ID to reduce fraud, identity theft  Biometric UpdateMalaysia’s national biometric digital identification platform will allow its 32 million residents to conduct online operations in “a safe and s…

Emergency Services – 8/27/19 | Emergency Services  Walla Walla Union-BulletinInformation is compiled by the Union-Bulletin staff from the official logs and records that area law enforcement, fire and emergency medical agencies provided …

Why it pays to verify your client’s identity – Lawyers Weekly  Lawyers WeeklyPromoted by InfoTrack. Some recent identity fraud cases and how you can your clients can avoid becoming a statistic “ASIC alleges Mail theft leads to $4.

CPA arrested on fraud charges  Silver City Daily Press and IndependentCertified public accountant and former investment broker Thomas Laws was taken into custody by the FBI on Monday afternoon at his Silver City offices on …

Elliott Greenblott | Fraud watch: Your identity has been stolen. Now what?  Bennington Banner’Capital One Data Breach Compromises 100 Million’ (New York Times, July 29). ‘State Farm Suffers Data Breach’ (Security Magazine, Aug. 8). ‘Mass Gene…

‘Fraud Follows The Money’: Fake Insurance Claims Plague Disaster Relief Efforts  Insurance News NetLast year, Olanrewajua A. Beyioku, also known as Papa Smith Morgan, was charged with wire fraud after allegedly devising a scheme to defraud th…

Identity theft by the numbers  NewsroomEvery year, 130000 New Zealanders are plagued by identity theft. Here’s what you need to know.

Man curses judge after being sentenced to two life sentences in downtown Cleveland double murder  cleveland.comJames Johnson, who was convicted last month in his third trial on charges including aggravated murder in the slayings of his cousin…

Christian Science leader stole $11M for mansion, fancy Disneyland dining club: feds  New York Daily NewsThe former chairman of a Christian Science Church board in California is accused of pocketing more than $11 million in church money to buy…

SHERIFF LOG, Aug. 7 to 13 | News  Hood River NewsAll calls were responded to within the County of Hood River. Assaults, harassment, menacing and domestic violence: Aug. 9 — Cascade Avenue — Deputy …

‘Ambulance service’ raked in $4.7 million for fake trips in North Carolina, feds say  Raleigh News & ObserverA couple had an ambulance company in Pitt County, North Carolina, but it went bankrupt, feds say. So they started a fake company and …

Blotter: Man charged with theft of purse in Winnetka  Chicago TribuneThe latest police incidents and arrests in Winnetka and Northfield.

Weedville man faces identity theft, fraud charges  The Courier-ExpressWEEDVILLE — A Weedville man faces access device fraud and identity theft charges after he allegedly initiated transactions valued at $360 with a stolen debit …

Why Credit Cards Are Best for Car Rentals  U.S. News & World ReportIt’s possible to rent a car using a debit card. But credit cards have more protections. Some credit cards even offer a collision damage waiver.

‘Never, ever use a debit card,’ warns fraud expert and ex-con artist—here’s what to do instead  CNBC”A debit card is certainly and truly the worst financial tool ever given to the American consumer,” says fraud expert Frank Abagnale.

‘Never, ever use a debit card,’ warns fraud expert and ex-con artist—here’s what to do instead  CNBC”A debit card is certainly and truly the worst financial tool ever given to the American consumer,” says fraud expert Frank Abagnale.

Christian Science Leader in Los Angeles Charged With Stealing $11.5 Million  PatheosA leader of the Christian Scientists, clearly jealous of all the other religions constantly making headlines, did everyone a favor by getting charged with ste…

$4,500 Credit Card Fraud In Millburn: Police  Millburn, NJ PatchCredit Card Fraud In Millburn: Police – Millburn-Short Hills, NJ – Karim Reid was charged with identity theft, police said.

Vestavia Hills police seek person of interest in identity theft  WVTM13The Vestavia Hills Police Department needs the public’s help identifying a woman caught on video fraudulently using a credit card. Police describe the woman …

How secure is DNA testing?  EngadgetScientists only mapped the human genome 16 years ago, but today you can get a basic test of your genetic code from Walgreens. It’s estimated some 26 million …

10 Best Credit Monitoring Services of 2019  TheStreet.comMonitoring your credit is important, but when you want to recruit a *service* to help, do you know which one to choose? Find out which credit monitoring services …

Synthetic identity fraud on the rise  Wink NewsIt’s the fastest growing financial crime in the United States. It’s called synthetic identity fraud and it is incredibly difficult to track. WINK News sat down with Beth …

Georgia Supreme Court Considers When Data Breach Victims Can Sue  DecipherThe Georgia Supreme Court is being asked to decide whether data breach victims have to wait for actual fraud or theft to happen before they can sue to recover …

Waukee woman convicted of 7 felonies for ripping off employers is out of prison in 8 months  Des Moines RegisterA Waukee woman convicted in a series of thefts from her employers across the metro has been released from prison in less than a ye…

Police arrest suspect for attempted fraud | Milton Herald  NorthFulton.comMILTON, Ga. — Police arrested a man Aug. 21 after an employee at Fry’s Electronics on Webb Road realized that he was using a fake driver’s license.