Ronald K. NOBLE

Columbus tax preparer pleaded guilty to tax return scheme  Griffin Daily NewsA Columbus tax preparer pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud and identity theft charges in front of U.S. District Judge Clay Land. A Columbus tax preparer …

IRS Issues Warning On New Email Tax Scam  ForbesThe Internal Revenue *Service* (IRS) recently warned taxpayers and tax professionals about a new IRS impersonation scam email.

Former Incline Village resident arrested for alleged identity theft  Tahoe Daily TribuneA former Incline Village resident was recently arrested for nearly a dozen charges related to identity theft, credit card fraud and possession of stolen p…

Man Made 420 Fraudulent Purchases Totaling $74K: Milford Police  Milford, CT PatchMan Made 420 Fraudulent Purchases: Police – Milford, CT – The accused was issued a $50000 bond.

80 people indicted in massive internet fraud case  CBS NewsFederal investigators are searching for suspects in an internet fraud case that nearly anyone who’s received a suspicious e-mail from Nigeria will recognize.

US Charges Two Canadian Nationals Over Alleged $230K Bitcoin Fraud  CointelegraphTwo Indian-origin Canadians are charged in the U.S. with a $230K Bitcoin fraud using a fake Twitter account of HitBTC exchange.

80 people indicted in massive internet fraud case  CBS NewsFederal investigators are searching for suspects in an internet fraud case that nearly anyone who’s received a suspicious e-mail from Nigeria will recognize.

Combating identity theft tips offered at Meadville presentation  Meadville TribuneIdentity theft happens every two seconds, and it’s the fastest growing crime.

Identity theft ring targeted veterans  WNYT(WOAI) – Federal authorities in San Antonio have filed charges against five men accused of orchestrating an international theft ring.

5 things to know for August 23: Overstock CEO, G7, Japan-South Korea, romance scams  CNN(CNN) Hop to it! A new study shows higher levels of physical activity at any intensity lowers the risk of early death in middle-age and older people. Here…

This couple fought $25,000 in fraudulent credit-card charges after falling prey to identity theft — then things got worse  MarketWatch

80 suspects arrested in massive business email scam takedown  ZDNetPolice say the mainly-Nigerian network was responsible for the attempted theft of $46 million.

When His Mom Was Deported In 2008, A Certainty Shattered: ‘Where Is Home?’  NPRPedro Lopez, a 24-year-old born in Mexico, recalls when ICE agents raided the meatpacking plant in Iowa where his parents worked. “It was just shattering,” he …

NASA Astronaut Anne McClain Accused by Spouse of Crime in Space  The Indian ExpressNASA is examining a claim that an astronaut improperly accessed the bank account of her estranged spouse from the Space Station.

Judge Sentences Many Defendants This Week  Monticello NewsMonday was a busy and long day at the Courthouse as the Jasper Superior Court’s criminal trial calendar was reviewed by Judge Amanda Petty. No trials will …

ID theft ring targeting veterans lands 5 men behind bars  KVOA Tucson News(WOAI) – Federal authorities in San Antonio have filed charges against five men accused of orchestrating an international theft ring. The men allegedly targeted …

How to Prevent Business Identity Theft from Happening to Your Business  RecentlyHeard.comTechnology is advancing at a rapid pace. This can be a wondrous thing for business owners. However, you need to keep your business safe. Here’s how.

Feds give a royal crackdown to ‘Nigerian Prince’ email scams  Fox BusinessThe U.S. Justice Department makes a major bust on a business email scam ring that targeted citizens.

Beverly Hills Realtor, Alleged Accomplice Charged With Burglarizing Celebrity Homes  CBS Los AngelesBEVERLY HILLS (CBSLA) — The Los Angeles District Attorney’s office has charged a Beverly Hills realtor with burglarizing celebrity homes. Real…

Raids Conducted in Connection with Intl Fraud Scheme | KNX 1070  RADIO.COMLOS ANGELES (CNS) – A 252-count federal grand jury indictment unsealed today in Los Angeles charges 80 defendants, most of whom are Nigerian nationals, …

Realtor, Alleged Accomplice Charged With Burglarizing Celebrity Homes in L.A.  KTLA Los AngelesTwo Beverly Hills men, including a realtor, face 50 felony charges in connection with an alleged scheme to burglarize celebrities’ homes in the Los…

Adam Lambert, Usher Victims of Open House Burglaries  TMZAdam Lambert, Usher, ‘Real Housewives’ star Dorit Kemsley and former football star Shaun Phillips are the latest celebs to be hit by burglars.

FBI takes down alleged Nigerian fraudsters in $46-million case based in Los Angeles  Los Angeles TimesFederal authorities have broken an international crime ring that stole millions through fraud schemes and money laundering.

Georgia issuing more secure driver’s licenses, ID cards  On Common Ground NewsThe Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) recently began issuing new, more secure driver’s licenses and identification cards at its 67 customer *service* …

Georgia issuing more secure driver’s licenses, ID cards  On Common Ground NewsThe Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) recently began issuing new, more secure driver’s licenses and identification cards at its 67 customer *service* …

Seminole County woman’s identity stolen by childhood friend  WFTV OrlandoA woman who used a childhood friend’s identity during an arrest will now spend nearly three years in prison.

Police looking for man accused of identity theft, credit card fraud  fox5sandiego.comAuthorities asked for the public’s help Thursday in identifying and locating a man suspected of identity theft and credit card fraud.

Man Who Allegedly Made Purchases With Stolen Identities Charged  MyNewsLA.comA Thermal man who allegedly stole mail and used victims’ identities to make fraudulent purchases was scheduled to be arraigned Thursday on fraud and …

Nigerians dominate FBI’s massive bust of online fraudsters  Africanews EnglishThe United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said on Thursday that it had arraigned scores of suspected fraudsters behind a variety of scams and …

Mary Mouammar knows all about identify theft, check fraud, and name spoofing  Rockdale Newton CitizenATLANTA – What would you do if you began receiving checks and boxes of items at your home? Would you report it to the police or perhaps the p…

Blockbuster indictment against 80 fraud suspects details a complex global scam operation  CyberScoopThe U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday unsealed charges against 80 people for their alleged involvement in email scams that defrauded vict…

Blockbuster indictment against 80 fraud suspects details a complex global scam operation  CyberScoopThe U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday unsealed charges against 80 people for their alleged involvement in email scams that defrauded vict…

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 …

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 ….

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…

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 …

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.

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 …

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…

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…

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

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 …

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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

Consumer Ed: Reducing your risk of check fraud  Northwest Georgia NewsDear Consumer Ed: Since the front of my personal checks show my bank’s routing number and my bank account number, what’s to stop someone from using that …

How to protect yourself and your organization against digital identity fraud  TechRepublicCaptured through malware and sold on the Dark Web, the “digital fingerprints” of your web browsing can be used to impersonate your identity online, …

IntSights Exposes Top Dark Web Marketplace Selling Digital Browser Identities as the Latest Hot Commodity  Yahoo FinanceGlobal Threat Intelligence Firm Analyzes the Rise of Digital Fingerprints in the Richlogs Marketplace. NEW YORK, Aug. 21, …

Tampa Police Say Arrests Shut Down Violent Street Gang  TB ReporterThe 200 Skudda Gang committed fraud throughout the U.S. involving hundreds of victims,.Tampa police say.

Records: Prosecutor threatened to charge Charlotte woman’s husband if she didn’t plead guilty  Lansing State JournalLANSING — A Charlotte woman accused of lying to police about being raped said the prosecutor assigned to her case threatened t…

International ring charged in San Antonio with stealing millions of dollars from military veterans  San Antonio Express-NewsFederal authorities have filed charges in San Antonio against five people as part of an effort to disband an internati…

Military Insider Accused of Stealing Millions from Veterans and a Former Prisoner of War  Daily BeastProsecutors say a medical records technician used access to veterans’ data to help an alleged international fraud ring steal benefits and loo…

Military Insider Accused of Stealing Millions from Veterans and a Former Prisoner of War  The Daily BeastProsecutors say a medical records technician used access to veterans’ data to help an alleged international fraud ring steal benefits and…