Identity Theft

9 tips for handling credit card disputes  ABC10.com KXTVAn incorrect charge on your credit card bill can be nerve-racking. Here are a few tips for handling disputes.

Chicken industry reaches out following ICE raids  FeedstuffsAs a result of U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arresting approximately 680 people in sweeping raids at seven sites in six different cities in …

By the numbers: Iowa has 2nd lowest identity theft rate among the 50 states  Southernminn.comIowa finished 49th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

By the numbers: Iowa has 2nd lowest identity theft rate among the 50 states  Cherokee Tribune Ledger NewsIowa finished 49th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

By the numbers: Iowa has 2nd lowest identity theft rate among the 50 states  MDJOnline.comIowa finished 49th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

By the numbers: Iowa has 2nd lowest identity theft rate among the 50 states  MDJOnline.comIowa finished 49th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

Abilene police need help finding identity theft suspect  KTAB – BigCountryHomepage.comABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene police need help finding a man accused of stealing money by using a victim’s personal information. The suspect was …

Charity Commission director’s name used in attempted identity theft scam  Third SectorDirector of policy and communications Sarah Atkinson’s name and a fake signature were attached to a letter purporting to offer several charities part of a £…

Former Arizona dealer employee arrested on fraud charge  Auto RemarketingAnother fraud incident recently surfaced involving two dealerships with the investigation spreading into two states. The Arizona Department of Transportation’s …

Alabama man who faked death to avoid child sex trial found guilty of fraud  WDHN – DothanFirst.comBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Thailand to avoid a trial on child sex charges has pleaded gui…

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office arrest reports for Aug. 4-10  Tampa Bay TimesThe following crime reports from last week were provided by the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. This list does not include reported misdemeanors or domestic …

Shreveport police seek identity of bold backpack blower thief  ArkLaTexHomepageSHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Shreveport police are asking the public’s help to identify a suspect believed responsible for the theft of a backpack blower.

Blockchain’s Role in Curbing Identity Theft  BBN TimesBlockchain’s strong validation technique – cryptography – offers tight protection against data attacks, thereby providing a great opportunity for the government and …

Blockchain Technology Makes Buying Concert Tickets Cheaper, And May End Robots Buying In Bulk  CBS New YorkNEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Summer is stacked with music festivals and tours, which often come with high-priced tickets. There’s always the…

Deputies: Man made thousands of dollars in fraudulent purchases at Brandon stores  WFLAHILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – Deputies are looking for a man who was caught on camera after allegedly committing thousands of dollars worth of …

Free shredding event to be held in Shreveport  KSLAAARP Louisiana will host a free community event to help protect the community from identity theft.

Suspect uses victim’s bank cards to spend nearly $5,000 in Brandon stores, deputies say  FOX 13 News, Tampa BayHillsborough County deputies are searching for a suspect who fraudulently purchased over $4000 in items using a victim’s bank cards.

Alabama man accused of faking death pleads guilty to fraud  FOX10 NewsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Thailand to avoid a trial on child sex charges has pleaded guilty to social …

Alabama man accused of faking death pleads guilty to fraud  Miami HeraldAn Alabama man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Thailand to avoid a trial on child sex charges has pleaded guilty to social security fraud and …

Alabama man accused of faking death pleads guilty to fraud  ABC NewsAn Alabama man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Thailand to avoid a trial on child sex charges has pleaded guilty to social security fraud and …

Alabama man accused of faking death pleads guilty to fraud  Wichita EagleAn Alabama man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Thailand to avoid a trial on child sex charges has pleaded guilty to social security fraud and …

How to Place a Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report  U.S. News & World ReportA fraud alert on your credit reports can give you peace of mind that your credit is safeguarded against scammers.

I was part of a credit breach. What will credit monitoring do?  NJ.comQ. After all these data breaches, I’m finally going to get credit monitoring. But what does credit monitoring do? — Looking for protection. A. It depends on the plan …

Best anti-theft bags and why you should buy one  AsiaOneOne of the worst nightmare possible is losing your passport, credits cards of cash whilst travelling in a foreign land. Ask anyone for travelling tips and keeping …

How to Place a Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report  Yahoo FinanceWhether you’ve been burned before or simply want to take extra precautions to protect your identity, placing a fraud alert on your credit reports can give you …

Crime report: Fleet owners plead guilty to falsifying records  Commercial Carrier JournalAction in six trucking-related crimes – including CDL testing schemes, medical exam fraud, household goods moving fraud and falsification of safety recor…

Charity Commission reports identity theft incidents to Action Fraud  Civil Society MediaThe Charity Commission has reported a number of incidents to Action Fraud after becoming aware that individuals abroad were being sent paperwork …

Protect Your Child from Identity Theft this School Year  Coeur d’Alene PressWhen we talk about scams, people usually think of a sweet, older lady being swindled out of her retirement mon.

Ga. launches new, more secure licenses, IDs  WTOCATLANTA, Ga. (WTOC) – The state of Georgia has started using new, more secure identification cards. It’s the most secure credential the Georgia Department of …

Istanbul mayor sues ruling party MP over identity theft case  AhvalIstanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu is suing a member of parliament from the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) who publicly shared his identification …

Hudson Falls man pleads guilty to identity theft  Glens Falls Post-StarBALLSTON SPA — A Hudson Falls man pleaded guilty Friday to a felony identity theft charge in Saratoga County Court.

I Lost My Identity to a Fraudster, and It Took Six Years to Clean Up the Mess  BloombergA Bloomberg reporter’s first-person account of trying to get back his name and credit rating.

I Lost My Identity to a Fraudster, and It Took Six Years to Clean Up the Mess  BloombergA Bloomberg reporter’s first-person account of trying to get back his name and credit rating.

Identity Theft Protection Services Market Trends & Size is expected to grow Upcoming Years 2018-2023  Industry News StockAMA recently published a detailed study of over 180+ pages in its database on ‘Identity Theft Protection Services’ market…

WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Announces Off to College Consumer Protection Week  West Virginia RecordWest Virginia Attorney General issued the following announcement on Aug. 9. West Virginia Attorney General Patric…

POLICE NEWS – AUG 12 | News, Sports, Jobs – The Express  Lock Haven ExpressLiquor law violation RENOVO — A citation was issued to the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 516, of 336 Erie Avenue, Renovo, on July 25 for a liquor law.

How to check if your password was leaked in StockX data breach  The Next WebData stolen from the StockX breach is being sold and distributed online — here’s how to check if you’re affected due to the security incident.

How an Ala. sex crime suspect faked his death to flee the country  14 News WFIE EvansvilleMORGAN COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) – Law enforcement officers sometimes have to travel the world to get their man. And that’s exactly what investigators from th…

Lower Macungie man victim of identity theft  Reading EagleA 36-year-old Lower Macungie Township, Lehigh County, man reported recently that funds were illegally taken from his bank account, state police said.

Lower Macungie man victim of identity theft  Reading EagleA 36-year-old Lower Macungie Township, Lehigh County, man reported recently that funds were illegally taken from his bank account, state police said.

By the numbers: Wisconsin has 42nd highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  Kenosha NewsWisconsin finished 42nd in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

By the numbers: Virginia has 24th highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  The Center SquareVirginia finished in a tie for 24th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

Here’s how tech giants profit from invading our privacy, and how we can start taking it back  The Conversation AUAn entire industry exists to trade on your personal data – everything from your shopping habits to your political views and medic…

By the numbers: North Carolina has 15th highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  The Center SquareNorth Carolina finished 15th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

Rancho Cordova and Tracy Residents and Utah Resident Indicted for “Refund Fraud” Scheme  Imperial Valley NewsSacramento, California – A federal grand jury returned a 12-count indictment Thursday against Johnathon Ward, 40, formerly of Tracy; …

Court Briefs  St. Albert TodayA man who has been charged with a slew of identity theft charges will be back in court next week. Ahmed Salha is facing 20 charges related to identify theft, …

By the numbers: Texas has 5th highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  Star Local MediaTexas finished fifth in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

By the numbers: Texas has 5th highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  The Center SquareTexas finished fifth in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

By the numbers: Texas has 5th highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  Port Lavaca WaveTexas finished fifth in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

AARP Virginia issues scam alert: Medicare Fraud 101  Fredericksburg TodayAccording to Government estimates, Medicare lost $52 billion to fraud, abuse and improper billing in FY2017. Medicare fraud typically involves rogue health …

Emergency services, Aug. 11  Mail TribuneNote: Jackson County Jail bail amounts were not immediately available Saturday evening. Felony arrests. Criminal Mischief — Kyle Daniel Mello, 24, no known …

Potsdam Library lists programs for August | St. Lawrence County | nny360.com  NNY360Potsdam library programs listed for April. POTSDAM — The Potsdam Public Library has scheduled programs for the month of August. Learn about space and …

How Can Homeowners Protect Themselves From Home Title Fraud?  CBS New YorkNEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — It’s one of the fastest growing schemes in the country — con artists stealing your home with the stroke of a pen. Former FBI agent …

Fraud Fighters: Medicare card scams  WKRG News 5What is the Medicare Card Scam? From April 2018 to January 2019, the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services sent every Medicare beneficiary a …

Phone trackers, search deletion, checking strange links, and more: Tech Q&A  Fox NewsPhone trackers, how to stop robocalls, smart TV hacking risks and much more.

Why you shouldn’t expect a check from Equifax  The WeekHere are three of the week’s top pieces of financial advice, gathered from around the web: No windfall from Equifax Expecting to score $125 because of the …

Use failure of 7pay as an opportunity to renew efforts to prevent fraud  The Japan NewsThe latest decision to scrap a new cashless payment *service* only one month after its launch is unusual. In response to this, the industry as a whole shou…

BBB Warns of Campus Identity Theft  Alton Daily NewsAs new and returning college students are about to head into the Fall Semester, the Better Business Bureau wants to remind us about the dangers of campus …

By the numbers: Wisconsin has 42nd highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  The Center SquareWisconsin finished 42nd in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

How to Place a Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report  WTOPWhether you’ve been burned before or simply want to take extra precautions to protect your identity, placing a fraud alert on your credit reports can give you…

DNA swabs, leading to potentially ugly situations | Business  Ontario Argus ObserverA few swabs inside the cheek can unfold mysteries of the pasts and a glimpse into the future. Those tiny bits of tissue, with an individual’s DNA equation, ca…

Police warn community to protect your possessions while working out  Q13 News SeattleBELLEVUE, WA – Police say thieves are taking advantage of people using gyms and fitness centers by breaking into lockers and stealing their belongings.

Internet fraud: Man loses Rs 1.5 lakh after clicking on IT refund message  India TodayA man in Powai lost a huge sum of Rs 1.5 lakh after he clicked on an income tax refund message. Few days ago on receiving a message regarding his tax …

Color of Money: What you still need to know about the Equifax settlement  Roanoke TimesBe mad. Without your consent, credit bureaus collect information about your personal finance history — whether you pay your loans on time, how much debt yo…

The Color of Money: Equifax settlement has already spawned deceptive websites  Richmond.comIt’s been less than two weeks since the Equifax data-breach settlement was announced, and already at least two websites trying to scam information-seek…

Georgia launches more secure licenses and IDs  Newnan Times-HeraldThe Georgia Department of Driver Services recently began issuing new, more secure driver’s licenses and identification cards at its 67 Customer *Service* …

Credit, ID cards stolen from dozens of people at King Co. gyms  KOMO NewsRuss Wall never thought he’d be be a victim of theft at a local gym. He works out at the LA Fitness in Renton, and back in February, he noticed his locker didn’t …

FTC & BBB Warn College Students of Fraud, Identity Theft  WLDS-WEAI NewsYoung people are more susceptible to fraud according to a federal report. With many young people going back to college in the next few weeks, the Better …

Lawyers to make $77M off breach. Is that fair?  Winston-Salem JournalI understand the importance of class-action lawsuits. Even if consumers don’t get large cash settlements, the greater good is supposed to make corporations …

How an Ala. sex crime suspect faked his death to flee the country  WTVMMORGAN COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) – Law enforcement officers sometimes have to travel the world to get their man. And that’s exactly what investigators from three …

By the numbers: New Hampshire has 14th highest identity theft rate among the 50 states  The Center SquareNew Hampshire finished 14th in a ranking by the website 24/7 Wall St. of identity theft rates across the nation.

Warning over fake trusts using name of charity regulator  The TelegraphThe Charity Commission has been the victim of identity theft and has warned the public not to be duped by fake charitable trusts bearing the name of a senior …

The Watchdog: Should you apply for cash or free credit monitoring in the multi-million dollar Equifax settlement?  Denton Record ChronicleWatchdog, what’s the deal with the new $600 million Equifax settlement? I heard on the news I might be a…

The Watchdog: Should you apply for cash or free credit monitoring in the multi-million dollar Equifax settlement?  Denton Record ChronicleWatchdog, what’s the deal with the new $600 million Equifax settlement? I heard on the news I might be a…

Dave Gardner: Managing your family’s credit amidst constant breaches  Boulder Daily CameraWith the Equifax breach settlement, you have the right to two major options even if no harm has come to you.

3 Financial Scams Targeting Your Identity  Business 2 CommunityThere’s more than money at stake when it comes to a financial scam; consumers’ identities are also under attack. Opportunities that offer a large amount of …

3 Financial Scams Targeting Your Identity  Business 2 CommunityThere’s more than money at stake when it comes to a financial scam; consumers’ identities are also under attack. Opportunities that offer a large amount of …

Metro man arrested after caught red handed with multiple stolen credit cards at T.G.I. Fridays  KFOR Oklahoma CityOKLAHOMA CITY – A man was arrested after allegedly trying to use five credit cards at a T.G.I. Fridays and making a critical mis…

Macon man sentenced for identity fraud, forgery  41 NBC NewsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 50-year-old Macon man was sentenced to prison this week after pleading guilty to using someone else’s identity to buy a …

9th Circ. Says Seized Laptop Is Admissible Despite Lack Of PC  Law360The Ninth Circuit on Friday said that, although there was insufficient probable cause to seize a laptop during a government raid of a cannabis grow house, …

How an Ala. sex crime suspect faked his death to flee the country  WAFFMORGAN COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) – Law enforcement officers sometimes have to travel the world to get their man. And that’s exactly what investigators from three …

How an Ala. sex crime suspect faked his death to flee the country  WBRCMORGAN COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) – Law enforcement officers sometimes have to travel the world to get their man. And that’s exactly what investigators from three …

Anacoco native and Special Forces soldier indicted on theft of military equipment  KALB NewsRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) – Federal authorities have charged a soldier formerly stationed at Fort Bragg with stealing military property. Bryan Craig Allen of…

Macon man pleads guilty to stealing identity for car, lawnmower purchases  wgxa.tvMACON, Ga. — A Macon man this week pleaded guilty to stealing someone’s identity to buy a car and a lawnmower, rent a trailer, and open accounts with …

Saskatoon woman’s plans to buy home put on hold by identity theft  Global NewsTam Kanhai was hoping to own her new home by now but says her identity was stolen, and her plans to buy the house she is now living in are on hold.

Identity thief’s lawyer urges St. John’s judge to help him avoid deportation  The Western StarDoudou Kikewa Mpumudjie says he has suffered discrimination and racism from staff at Her Majesty’s Penitentiary.

Anacoco native and Special Forces soldier indicted on theft of military equipment  KALB NewsRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) – Federal authorities have charged a soldier formerly stationed at Fort Bragg with stealing military property. Bryan Craig Allen of…

More charges for Salem Lakes man alleged to have taken European trip with stolen credit card  Madison.comKENOSHA — A Salem Lakes man charged with theft for using a stolen credit card to take a vacation in Europe picked up additional charges r…

Illegal Alien Sentenced to Federal Prison for Firearm Possession, Identity Theft  TB ReporterHe admitted that he used the identity of another person unlawfully and without permission to obtain a Social Security card and a false Florida driver…

BBB warns college students about identity theft  WGEMStudents are getting ready to head off to college and the Better Business Bureau says now is the time to have a conversation with your student about protecting …

A Look At The E-Verify Program And Its Blind Spots  NPRAt least four of the poultry processing plants ICE raided this week claimed to use E-Verify to vet workers. NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with economist Madeline …

Identity thieves are targeting kids with ‘blank slate’ credit histories and millennials shouldn’t need their parents’ help to buy a house  MarketWatchHappy Friday, MarketWatchers! Don’t miss these top stories: Personal Finance. This woman pai…

StockX Issues Fraud and Theft Protection After Data Breach  WWDThe sneaker marketplace was recently hacked and announced measures to protect its users, including a $1 million insurance policy.

Alabama child rape suspect who faked own death, fled to Thailand to avoid jail, pleads guilty  New York Daily NewsA 28-year-old Alabama man who has a long criminal history, including a charge of raping a child, admitted this week to faking hi…

Georgia attorney general issues crackdown, warning on robocalls, caller ID fraud  KPVI News 6Georgia’s attorney general has issued a warning about caller ID imposter schemes being used to scam consumers in the state.

Georgia attorney general issues crackdown, warning on robocalls, caller ID fraud  McDuffie ProgressGeorgia’s attorney general has issued a warning about caller ID imposter schemes being used to scam consumers in the state.

Georgia attorney general issues crackdown, warning on robocalls, caller ID fraud  The Center SquareGeorgia’s attorney general has issued a warning about caller ID imposter schemes being used to scam consumers in the state.

A look at scams through the eyes of a fraud expert  Times-JournalFrank Abagnale, Jr. knows a lot about scams. The subject of Steven Spielberg’s 2002 film, “Catch Me If You Can” featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, Abagnale’s life …

Georgia launches new license, ID card design | News  jacksonprogress-argusThe cards, available at DDS’ 67 customer *service* centers, have a modern design and feel with the most secure credentials the state of Georgia has ever issued, …

Photos: PHOTOS: Athens-Clarke County mugshots this week  Online AthensAPPLEBY, GEORGE LEE POSS OF FIREARM/KNIFE DURING COMMISSION OF/ATTEMPT TO COMMIT CERTAIN FELONIES POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA …