Identity Theft

Protection from ID Theft and Scams  Newport This WeekThe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center is hosting its next monthly Lunch & Learn lecture for older adults on Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. …

08/22/2019 | Cops & Courts – August 23, 2019 | News Ocean City MD  The DispatchHit-And-Run Collision Alleged OCEAN CITY — An Ocean City woman was arrested on suspected drunk-driving and hit-and-run charges this week after …

Woman suspected of Hope Ranch package theft arrested  KSBY San Luis Obispo NewsA Pismo Beach woman is facing charges related to a package theft investigation in Hope Ranch.

80 Indicted In ‘Sophisticated’ Nigerian Online Fraud, Money Laundering Scheme  CBS Los AngelesLOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — A wide-ranging fraud and money laundering scheme borne out of the well-known Nigerian prince email scams has taken a big hit ….

White Supremacists Stole My Rabbi Husband’s Identity  The New York TimesThe scheme, cooked up by 4chan trolls, sought to stoke Jewish infighting.

Justice charges 80 in massive online fraud case linked to Nigerian defendants | TheHill  The HillThe Department of Justice on Thursday unsealed a 252-count federal indictment charging 80 defendants, many of whom are Nigerian nationals, with c…

White Supremacists Stole My Rabbi Husband’s Identity  The New York TimesMy husband and I were sitting on a tarmac at Newark Airport, just having landed from a vacation in France, relieved to come home, where we could be openly …

New Canaan Woman Charged With Identity Theft: Greenwich PD  New Canaan, CT PatchWoman Accused Of Using Resident’s Credit Card: PD – New Canaan, CT – A New Canaan woman accused of using a Greenwich resident’s credit card has been …

11 Arrested in L.A., 80 Charged in ‘Massive’ Email Scam, Money Laundering Network That Took Millions From Victims  KTLA Los AngelesEighty people face federal charges for their participation in a “massive” Los Angeles-based email fraud and mon…

A MoviePass Security Gaffe Leaves Tens of Thousands of Accounts Exposed  Mental FlossThe movie subscription *service* has endured bad press, and it’s now got more coming. Tens of thousands of accounts were left unsecured on a server for anyon…

Page arrest traces to Zimbabwe crime ring  Lake Powell ChroniclePAGE – Page Police on Aug. 9 arrested Tinotenda Leon Madyira following an investigation into suspected fraudulent activity. Tinotenda Madyira, a 31-year-old …

NXIVM doctor who conducted brain studies loses medical license  Times Union ALBANY — The state Health Department has revoked the medical license of a physician who conducted human brain-activity experiments and other …

North Little Rock police search for man who committed Financial Identity Fraud  KATVThe North Little Rock Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect who was caught on surveillance video. On July 21, police report …

DOJ indicts 80, many based in Nigeria, in business email scam and money laundering  Boing BoingThe Justice Department today announced indictments for 80 individuals on charges they ran a massive business email and money laundering scam that …

DOJ indicts 80, many based in Nigeria, in business email scam and money laundering  Boing BoingThe Justice Department today announced indictments for 80 individuals on charges they ran a massive business email and money laundering scam that …

Larceny, Bank Card Fraud, Identity Theft: Cornelius Arrests  Patch.comLarceny, Bank Card Fraud: Cornelius Arrests – Cornelius, NC – Four arrests were made in Cornelius last week, for charges ranging from larceny, vehicle break-in …

FBI announces charges against 80 people in cyber fraud, money laundering schemes  FOX 11 Los AngelesA federal grand jury indictment unsealed Thursday charged 80 people, most of whom are Nigerian nationals, with participating in a massive cons…

Alleged fraudsters take Calgary dealerships, identity theft victims for $800K ride  CTV NewsThe Calgary Police *Service* has identified two suspects, and arrested one of them, in connection with identity theft and the defrauding of Calgary-ar…

Alleged fraudsters take Calgary dealerships, identity theft victims for $800K ride  CTV NewsThe Calgary Police *Service* has identified two suspects, and arrested one of them, in connection with identity theft and the defrauding of Calgary-ar…

Justice Department indicts 80 individuals in massive business email scam bust  TechCrunchThe Justice Department have indicted dozens of individuals accused of involvement in a massive business email scam and money laundering scheme. News of …

OSVALDO BELLO VILLANUEVA  Federal Bureau of InvestigationAccess Device Fraud; Aggravated Identity Theft; Conspiracy to Commit Access Device Fraud.

ID theft ring targeting Veterans lands 5 men behind bars  ArkLaTexHomepage(WOAI/NBC NEWS) — Federal authorities in San Antonio have filed charges against five men accused of orchestrating an international theft ring. The men …

Email Phishing Scam with your Social Security Number  KLEWA new scam involving your social security number is circulating in the area. According to the Social Security Administration, the scam is fairly new with the same …

Combating new-age breaches requires a reset in trust  PaymentsSourceThere is always the chance that privileged employees will either become bad actors who use their access to confidential data for their own gain, or that they will …

Man arrested for attempted bank fraud, identity theft in St. John’s  The TelegramA 29-year-old man will answer to fraud charges before a provincial court judge in St. John’s this morning. Wednesday morning, Royal Newfoundland …

5 arrested in identity theft scheme targeting disabled and elderly veterans  Washington ExaminerThe Justice Department announced charges in a foreign-based conspiracy Wednesday in what it called the largest-ever identity theft scheme against …

New Canaan Woman Charged by Greenwich Police for Identity Theft, Larceny, Interfering with an Officer  Greenwich Free PressA New Canaan woman was arrested by warrant by Greenwich Police on Aug 13 for an incident that occurred on Milbank Ave b…

Police Arrest Oak Creek Cell Phone Fraudster: Report  Oak Creek, WI PatchPolice Arrest Oak Creek Cell Phone Fraudster – Oak Creek, WI – Police in Oak Creek say a Verizon Wireless store employee called authorities about a man who …

Justice: 64% of federal arrests are noncitizens, with a 200% increase  Washington ExaminerFederal arrests of noncitizens have jumped over 200% in the last 20 years and now account for 64% of those arrested, according to the Justice Department.

Drug theft at City Park results in two indictments  Sentinel-TribuneTwo men on separate sides of a June 30 incident at Bowling Green City Park have both been indicted by a Wood County Grand Jury.

Man arrested for attempted bank fraud, identity theft in St. John’s  The Western StarA 29-year-old man will answer to fraud charges before a provincial court judge in St. John’s this morning. Wednesday morning, Royal Newfoundland …

New Tool to Check Driver Identity Fraud: Know What It Is?  The Daily SoundDriver Identity Fraud is quite common. To get rid of these kinds of driver identity frauds, Uber has launched a brand new feature.

Digital Identity Trust Life Cycle: Implementing Your Fraud Protection Solution  Security IntelligenceThis is the last installment in a three-part series. Be sure to read part one and part two to catch up on the full story. Going live with you…

Four Michigan Men Accused of Credit Card Fraud in Sheboygan County  WHBL NewsGREEN BAY, WI (WHBL) – Four men from Michigan have been arrested after allegedly committing credit card fraud, including in Sheboygan at the Meijer store.

Man arrested for attempted bank fraud, identity theft in St. John’s  Northern PenA 29-year-old man will answer to fraud charges before a provincial court judge in St. John’s this morning. Wednesday morning, Royal Newfoundland …

Man arrested for attempted bank fraud, identity theft in St. John’s  The CompassA 29-year-old man will answer to fraud charges before a provincial court judge in St. John’s this morning. Wednesday morning, Royal Newfoundland …

Cellphones vulnerable to scammers in these three ways  Asbury Park PressScammers can take advantage of day-to-day tasks that seem innocuous, like checking a bank balance or charging a phone at a public USB port.

Suspect Arrested in Bank Fraud, Identity Theft  VOCMA hard week for banks in the metro area. Just before noon on Wednesday RNC officers were called to a centre-ci…

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 64: Rep. Weber to Host Identity Theft Prevention Seminar  Lake County GazetteIllinois State House District 64 issued the following announcement on Aug. 19. State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) is hosting…

Man arrested for identity theft, forgery  Seymour TribuneA Seymour man faces multiple charges after investigators said he was using another man’s identity while working at a local factory, court records show. Gerardo …

IRS Security Checklist #5: Create a Data Theft Recovery Plan  CPAPracticeAdvisor.comTax professionals are being advised by the IRS that they should report data theft immediately and follow an established process for helping the IRS protect th…

Crime log 8-22  Midland Daily NewsThe following list includes recent reports from the Midland County Sheriff’s Office and the Midland Police Department. Compiled by reporter Mitchell Kukulka.

Officers arrest fiance for violating a protection order: Fairview Park Police Blotter  cleveland.comIdentity theft, Westwood Avenue. On Aug. 13 a resident came into the Fairview Park Police Station lobby to make a fraud report. He said that s…

23 accused in broad Aryan Warriors supremacist case in Vegas  Washington PostProsecutors in Las Vegas are charging 19 men and four women with being part of a white supremacist gang behind prison and street crimes, including murder, …

5 arrested in identity theft scheme targeting disabled and elderly veterans  Washington Examiner5 Indicted in Identity Theft Scheme That Bilked Millions From Veterans  The New York TimesFeds bust largest international ID theft ring …

5 Indicted in Identity Theft Scheme That Bilked Millions From Veterans  The New York Times

Clovis PD searching for suspects accused of robbing woman in church parking lot  KCBDClovis police are searching for two female suspects accused of robbing an 88-year-old woman in the parking lot of Parkland Baptist Church.

Consumer Watch: Why you should be checking your email after the latest data breach  KOKH FOX25Once your information is out there, it’s out there. This means that if you have been the victim of a data breach, you always must be on the lookout …

‘Breastfeeding’ woman who claims ICE separated from child charged with identity fraud  Washington ExaminerA migrant woman is facing felony charges after a medical examination disputed her claim that she was separated from her child while brea…

Clovis Police identify 2 women in armed robbery; searching for another for questioning  abc7amarillo.comAfter an 88-year-old woman was robbed at gunpoint at a Clovis church on Sunday, the use of her debit card has helped police identify suspe…

Clovis Police identify 2 women in armed robbery; searching for another for questioning  abc7amarillo.comAfter an 88-year-old woman was robbed at gunpoint at a Clovis church on Sunday, the use of her debit card has helped police identify suspe…

5 men arrested for stealing millions from elderly, disabled vets, DOJ says  Fox NewsFive men have been arrested on charges they obtained Social Security numbers and other identifying information to steal millions of dollars from mostly elderl…

Georgia Supreme Court Considers Data Breach Damages Case  Government TechnologyThe state Court of Appeals ruled that because the plaintiffs suffered no actual financial loss or harm, they are not entitled to recover damages for future injuries.

California man caught smuggling drugs in stolen car  Post RegisterA California man was arrested Friday after Idaho State Police stopped him with a stolen car and more than a pound of methamphetamine.

Caregiver gets probation in elder abuse case | Local  Corvallis Gazette TimesAn in-home care provider who used an elderly client’s credit card to buy shoes over the internet has been given a suspended sentence and placed on probation.

Caregiver gets probation in elder abuse case | Local  Albany Democrat HeraldAn in-home care provider who used an elderly client’s credit card to buy shoes over the internet has been given a suspended sentence and placed on probation.

23 accused in broad Aryan Warriors supremacist case in Vegas  Washington PostProsecutors in Las Vegas are charging 19 men and four women with being part of a white supremacist gang behind prison and street crimes including murder, …

23 accused in broad Aryan Warriors supremacist case in Vegas  Washington PostProsecutors in Las Vegas are charging 19 men and four women with being part of a white supremacist gang behind prison and street crimes including murder, …

Lancaster man accused theft, prowling as part of fraudulent check cashing scheme, police say  WPMT FOX 43LANCASTER COUNTY — Police have charged a 23-year-old Lancaster man with identity theft, fraud, firearms violations and other offenses re…

Lancaster man accused theft, prowling as part of fraudulent check cashing scheme, police say  WPMT FOX 43LANCASTER COUNTY — Police have charged a 23-year-old Lancaster man with identity theft, fraud, firearms violations and other offenses re…

Haverford Crime Blotter: Stolen Vehicles, Thefts From YMCA, More  Haverford, PA PatchHaverford Crime Blotter: Stolen Car, Thefts, More – Haverford-Havertown, PA – Police said two vehicles were stolen from U-Haul on East Township Line Road.

Bloomfield Township police: Stolen mail may be linked to interstate identity theft ring  The Oakland PressBloomfield Township police believe recent thefts from mailboxes may be part of a large, interstate identity theft ring.

Ardent Trump supporter on trial for voter fraud testifies he’s probably a U.S. citizen  Sacramento BeeHiram Enrique Velez is certain of several things. His name is Hiram Velez, and he’s a Republican and staunch supporter of President Donald T…

Maryland comptroller considering run for governor  Washington PostMaryland Comptroller Peter Franchot says he’s “strongly considering” running for governor in 2022.

Citizen identifies credit card fraud suspect from media release  Clarksville NowCLARKSVILLE, Tenn (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Tuesday, August 21, Clarksville Police released the image of a man suspected of credit card fraud through local …

Group Of 5 Indicted For Ripping Off Elderly And Disabled Veterans For Millions  CBS Dallas / Fort WorthSAN ANTONIO (CBSDFW.COM/AP) — Five people have been arrested on federal charges alleging they obtained social security and other identifyin…

Chester Police Officer Arrested For Giving Stolen Department Taser To Man Convicted Of Impersonating Journalist, Prosecutors Say  CBS PhillyMEDIA, Pa. (CBS) — A Chester City police officer has been arrested after prosecutors say he distribute…

Former military records technician accused of bilking millions of dollars from US soldiers and vets  CNNFederal prosecutors accused a former military medical records technician of bilking millions of dollars from thousands of US *service* mem…

College students at high risk for identity theft: BBB  WBAL TV BaltimoreIf you’re getting ready to send your kid off to college, you’ve likely talked to them about responsibility, getting to class on time and safety.

‘This is more than identity theft;’ Sexual assault survivor notified by Amherst Police about release of her personal information  MassLive.com’This is about more than just identity theft,’ Amherst police contact those affected by the publicat…

Feds charge illegal alien fake breastfeeding mother with identity theft of an American  Conservative ReviewRemember Maria Domingo-Garcia – the illegal alien mother who claimed to be breastfeeding a baby and got the media to shed tears on her …

5 arrested for stealing millions from elderly, disabled vets  WDTVFederal prosecutors say five people have been arrested on charges they obtained social security and other identifying information to steal millions of dollars …

Man posed as Eugenie Bouchard’s brother to defraud her of $42K: cops  New York Post A man posing as the brother of Canadian tennis star Eugenie Bouchard racked up nearly $42000 in bogus charges at an upscale Miami Beach hotel, police …

Hackers Targeting Healthcare with Financially Motivated Cyberattacks  HealthITSecurity.comThe healthcare sector is the third-highest industry to be retargeted after a cyberattack, with most hacking attempts motivated by financial gain due to …

MP Police Blotter: Woman Charged With DUI After Allegedly Driving With No Lights  Journal & Topics Newspapers OnlineThese items are from Mount Prospect Police Department incident reports. The Mount Prospect Journal publishes the police blotte…

State-Sponsored Cyberattacks Target Medical Research  Dark ReadingCancer research is a particular target among Chinese espionage groups, says security firm FireEye.

Army civilian staffer among five charged in benefits fraud scheme which stole millions from servicemembers  Military TimesA former Army civilian employee stole thousands of troops’ personal information and collected millions of dollars in fra…

5 Charged for Identity Theft Scheme Targeting Veterans  Spectrum NewsSAN ANTONIO – A 14-count indictment was unsealed Wednesday in San Antonio, charging five people with coordinating an identity theft and fraud scheme …

5 arrested for stealing millions from elderly, disabled vets  Washington PostFederal prosecutors say five people have been arrested on charges they obtained social security and other identifying information to steal millions of dollars …

5 arrested for stealing millions from elderly, disabled vets  The RepublicFederal prosecutors say five people have been arrested on charges they obtained social security and other identifying information to steal millions of dollars …

Consumers believe brands benefit more from personal data sharing than they do  Marketing LandThere are an increasing number of surveys about data privacy — now coming almost weekly. These studies help gauge consumer sentiment but are typicall…

Rep. McDermed Hosting Free ID Theft Seminar  Patch.comRep. McDermed Hosting Free ID Theft Seminar – Mokena, IL – State Representative Margo McDermed is hosting an informational identity theft prevention and …

Rep. McDermed Hosting Free ID Theft Seminar | Mokena  Patch.comRep. McDermed Hosting Free ID Theft Seminar – Mokena, IL – State Representative Margo McDermed is hosting an informational identity theft prevention and …

Top Atlanta news: 4 shot near Clark Atlanta; FBI identity theft warning cites local case; more  Hoodline AtlantaHere’s the most recent top news in Atlanta; see what headlines are trending among local readers, with links to full articles.

Stolen identities, not guns, newest weapon of choice for criminals  Clay Today OnlineTechnology is the newest weapon used by both law enforcement and criminals. It’s a high-tech game of cat and mouse, with information floating throughout the …

Businesses Now Authorized to Leverage Number Porting Information for Fraud Mitigation and Risk Assessment  Business Wireiconectiv’s PortData Validate allows businesses to leverage telephone number porting data when verifying a customer’s iden…

Stolen identities, not guns, newest weapon of choice for criminals  Clay Today OnlineTechnology is the newest weapon used by both law enforcement and criminals. It’s a high-tech game of cat and mouse, with information floating throughout the …

Stolen identities, not guns, newest weapon of choice for criminals  Clay Today OnlineTechnology is the newest weapon used by both law enforcement and criminals. It’s a high-tech game of cat and mouse, with information floating throughout the …

Businesses Now Authorized to Leverage Number Porting Information for Fraud Mitigation and Risk Assessment  Yahoo FinanceMobile phone numbers now rival social security and driver license numbers as the personal identifier that consumers use to…

5 Indicted in Identity Theft Scheme That Bilked Millions From Veterans  The New York TimesFeds bust largest international ID theft ring targeting military members, veterans  WOAI5 Charged for Identity Theft Scheme Targeting Veterans…

Feds bust largest international ID theft ring targeting military members, veterans  WOAISAN ANTONIO – Federal authorities here in San Antonio have filed charges against 5 men accused of orchestrating an international theft ring. The men …

Four men face credit card fraud charges at Meijer locations in Howard, Sheboygan  Green Bay Press GazettePolice say the 4 men from Michigan used the cards to buy numerous gift cards at Meijer.

Former military records technician accused of bilking millions of dollars from US soldiers and vets  CNN InternationalFederal prosecutors accused a former military medical records technician of bilking millions of dollars from thousands of US…

Former military records technician accused of bilking millions of dollars from US soldiers and vets  CNNFederal prosecutors accused a former military medical records technician of bilking millions of dollars from thousands of US *service* mem…

Suspected Identity Thief, Boyfriend In Custody After Allegedly Escaping LAPD Car Chase, Skipping Court Hearings  CBS Los AngelesLOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — A prolific identity thief and her boyfriend are both finally in custody after two car chases…

PH police searching for identity of man involved in a theft – Orange Leader  Orange LeaderFrom staff reports. Pinehurst Police Department is seeking help in identifying a black male accused of committing a theft at Joy Beauty Mart located at …

PH police searching for identity of man involved in a theft – Orange Leader  Orange LeaderFrom staff reports. Pinehurst Police Department is seeking help in identifying a black male accused of committing a theft at Joy Beauty Mart located at …

Abilene Police arrest man found in possession of counterfeit bills, stolen IDs  ReporterNews.comOther incidents recently worked by Abilene police include assault, burglary, theft.

Didn’t order that DNA test kit that showed up at your door? It’s probably a scam  KGO-TVThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General issued a fraud alert about the genetic testing scam.

These moves can tank your credit score  CNBCExperts warn that other moves you make can drag down your score.