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Bettendorf police arrest four women in connection to fraud investigation  KWQC-TV6Bettendorf police are releasing more details about a fraud investigation that led to the arrest of four women Wednesday.

E-Verify detects workers without legal status. How do immigrants get around it?  Seattle TimesFor an immigrant who journeys to the Deep South to toil in the chicken factories, it does not take long to figure out how to land a job — even witho…

As the school year begins, beware of hackers  CNBCA new report finds that hackers are increasingly targeting the education industry, leaving students’ information vulnerable to identity theft and other types of …

As the school year begins, beware of hackers  CNBCA new report finds that hackers are increasingly targeting the education industry, leaving students’ information vulnerable to identity theft and other types of …

Money Matters: Taxpayer First Act of 2019  WMUR ManchesterThis piece of legislation represents the first time in 20 plus years that the Internal Revenue *Service* (IRS) will be reformed, hopefully modernized, and improved.

Miami Springs PD arrest woman for credit card fraud  WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort LauderdaleMIAMI SPRINGS, FLA. (WSVN) – The Miami Springs Police Department has arrested a woman for credit card fraud and identity theft Thur…

Jasper PD arrests out-of-state felon on fraud charges  Suwannee DemocratJASPER — An early-morning traffic stop Aug. 16 by the Jasper Police Department turned into an investigation with a possible Felony Lane Gang affiliation.

Learn to prevent identity fraud and scams  Sippican WeekMARION — On Monday, Sept.16 at 12:30 p.m., a representative from the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department will be on hand at the Marion Council on Aging …

How to outsmart a fraudster  Newton Daily NewsFrauds and scams have escalated. Here are a few tips I received from my bank that will help keep us aware of scams. The following note appeared in my email …

Two Years After Equifax Breach, Millions Still Not Taking Basic Steps Against Identity Theft, CompareCards Survey Finds  PRNewswireCHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Four in 10 people with a credit or debit card have provided thei…

Cyber Crime in Outer Space: Houston, Do We Have a Problem?  Council on Foreign RelationsRecent allegations of criminal wrongdoing by an astronaut on a computer network from space suggests that how U.S. law applies to citizens engaged in …

Teejayx6 Will Teach You How to Scam  PitchforkTeejayx6 whispers into the ear of an aspiring young scammer in need of guidance: “You need a fake ID.” The 18-year-old rapper, who’s recently gone viral …

GIACT® Recognized for Outstanding Innovation by Tech Titans  Yahoo FinanceDALLAS, Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — GIACT Systems®, the leader in helping companies positively identify and authenticate customers, today announced …

GIACT® Recognized for Outstanding Innovation by Tech Titans  PRNewswireDALLAS, Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — GIACT Systems®, the leader in helping companies positively identify and authenticate customers, today announced …

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.

Saratoga Restaurant Owners Convicted of Labor Theft, Fraud  San Jose InsideThe owners of a Spanish restaurant in Saratoga were convicted Wednesday on a litany of felony labor theft and fraud charges. San Jose residents Pedro …

Saratoga Restaurant Owners Convicted of Labor Theft, Fraud  San Jose InsideSentencing for the Saratoga business owner has been set for 9am on Sept. 20 in Department 30 at the Hall of Justice.

Police: Danbury woman arrested for return fraud  Danbury News TimesDANBURY — A Danbury woman is facing identity theft, forgery, larceny and risk of injury to child charges after she was caught committing return fraud at a chain …

‘The misdeeds of a few’: Nigeria speaks out over $46m fraud case  The GuardianGovernment says it will not stand in way of justice after 77 Nigerian nationals are among 80 suspects indicted in US.

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.

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 …

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 …

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 …

$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.

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

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?

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 …

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.

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…

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 …

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…

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 …

‘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…

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 …

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.

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.

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 …

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 …

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.

Trying to Retain Customers? Protect the Next Generation; Kids Now Prime Targets for Identity Theft  Jakarta GlobeChildren are attractive targets for fraudsters as their identity information is less likely to have been used before.

Johnson to face Democratic challenger in US House race  AberdeenNews.comPIERRE — Republican U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson will be facing a challenger to keep South Dakota’s lone seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in November …

Dealing with a Credit Report for the Deceased  Credit.com NewsIn the aftermath of the death of a loved one, make sure to look over their finances. Read for more info on dealing with a credit report for deceased.

Ex-Christian Science Church Chairman Indictment Alleges $11.4 Million Fraud  NewsweekCharles Thomas Sebesta was arrested Monday on a federal grand jury indictment; Sebesta is accused of using over $11 million of church money for personal …

Medicare DNA Swabs: Beware of scams | News  Anchorage PressIt’s that time of year again; time for Alaskans to revisit their health insurance options, check out health fairs and workshops to see which plans are the right fit for.

Police calls | Local News  Danville Commercial NewsDanville: Thursday: Aggravated assault in the 900 block of Campbell Lane. Criminal damage in the 400 block of Chandler. Battery in the 400 block of Bensyl.

Former LA Church Chairman Charged With $11.4M Theft  U.S. News & World ReportLOS ANGELES (AP) — The former board chairman of the Fifth Church of Christ, Scientist in Los Angeles has been charged with stealing $11.4 million and using …

80 People Charged In Federal Takedown Of Nigerian Romance Scams  OxygenThe scammers didn’t just target vulnerable people looking for love — they also hacked into businesses. By Jill Sederstrom. Cyber Fraud Ap. Federal agents hold …

Dozens Of Nigerians Charged With Online Romance, Business Scam | Crime Time  OxygenThe scammers didn’t just target vulnerable people looking for love — they also hacked into businesses. By Jill Sederstrom. Cyber Fraud Ap. Federal agents hold …

Oak Creek police seek help identifying suspect  WDJTOAK CREEK, Wis. (CBS 58) — Oak Creek police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man accused of identity theft. He was caught on …

Beverly Hills real estate agent facing 30 years behind bars for the burglary of several celebrity homes  HousingWireA Beverly Hills real estate agent and his accomplice have been charged for the alleged burglaries of more than a dozen celebri…

Concerned your Hy-Vee purchases made you a victim of credit card fraud? Protect yourself with these 3 free steps  Des Moines RegisterThe Iowa Attorney General advises consumers to take these specific steps to prevent fraudsters from opening c…

This astronaut might be the first space criminal  MashableAfter accusations of identity fraud, committed while on the International Space Station, this NASA astronaut may have committed the first ever space crime.

This astronaut might be the first space criminal  Yahoo FinanceAfter accusations of identity fraud, committed while on the International Space Station, this NASA astronaut may have committed the first ever space crime.

Scam Squad: Use complex passwords, change often  Green Valley NewsBecause of her scam and fraud awareness, Jen Bean, AARP’s Fraud Watch Facebook page manager, checks her credit card statement regularly.

Scam Squad: Use complex passwords, change often  Green Valley NewsBecause of her scam and fraud awareness, Jen Bean, AARP’s Fraud Watch Facebook page manager, checks her credit card statement regularly.

Digital Identity: Top Challenges and Solutions  BankInfoSecurity.comThe latest digital identity capabilities and fraud-fighting technologies, including greater use of machine learning and threat intelligence, enable organizations to.

Immigrants get around E-Verify thanks to its ‘fatal flaw’  Los Angeles TimesFor an immigrant who journeys to the Deep South to toil in the chicken factories, it does not take long to figure out how to land a job — even without legal status …..

Immigrants get around E-Verify thanks to its ‘fatal flaw’  Los Angeles TimesFor an immigrant who journeys to the Deep South to toil in the chicken factories, it does not take long to figure out how to land a job — even without legal status …..

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office arrest reports for Aug. 18-23  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 …

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office arrest reports for Aug. 18-23  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 …

Montgomery woman arrested on fraud charges  KALB NewsThe investigation led to the arrest of a Montgomery woman for multiple counts.

Two charged with using stolen credit card for stay at downtown Stamford hotel  The AdvocateSTAMFORD — A Stamford man and a Bridgeport man were arrested Saturday after they allegedly used a stolen credit card to check into a room at Hotel Zero…

Why hospitals, health systems are targets for hackers  Becker’s Hospital ReviewDue to the extensive amount of information stored and the use of outdated software, hospitals and health systems have become larger targets for cybercriminals, …

Georgia’s Supreme Court and Data Breach Litigation  The National Law ReviewThe Georgia Supreme Court may weigh in on the hot issue plaguing data breach class action litigation across the nation, must a data breach victim suffer actual …

Calhoun City Schools among school systems hit by data breach  The Georgia SunCALHOUN — Calhoun City Schools reported a data breach today stemming from software it used between 2005 and 2018 provided by Pearson Assessments.