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crime19 days ago•3 min saved

Death of alleged scam mastermind in New Jersey adds twist to ex-NFL investment fraud case

Authorities say Mohamed Coulibaly, alleged organizer of a million-dollar fake e-commerce scheme targeting former NFL players, was found dead in a Harrison Township pool as investigators carried out a welfare check. Barron’s traced the operation to bogus online stores that appeared profitable but were manipulated to mislead investors; three ex-NFL players say they lost more than $1 million, including Tae Crowder who invested $500,000. There are no criminal charges filed yet, but accusers hope for resolution as the death is investigated.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#crime #death-investigation #investment-fraud

business1 month ago•3 min saved

CBS’s Matt Gutman narrowly foils a highly convincing bank fraud scam

CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman describes a remarkably sophisticated bank fraud scam in which a caller posing as bank fraud protection urged him to withdraw all his money; after questioning the operation and with help from authorities, he avoided a cash loss. The incident amplifies FBI warnings about spoof calls and the need to verify bank requests even when they sound legitimate.

via USA Today|

#banking-spoof-call #business #cybersecurity

business1 month ago•3 min saved

CBS Anchor narrowly avoids cash withdrawal scam, warns about sophisticated fraud

CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman revealed he was nearly scammed by a caller posing as Bank of America fraud protection. The caller instructed him to withdraw cash from his bank to trap the supposed fraudsters, but Gutman realized the ruse and stopped short. He credited the LAPD and Bank of America for helping avert a potential danger and later shared scam-prevention tips, including hanging up and calling the bank using the number on the card, noting that legitimate banks would not ask customers to withdraw funds or stay silent.

via TV Insider|

#bank-of-america #banking #business

crime1 month ago•2 min saved

72-year-old woman convicted in $400K dating-investment scam against Silver Spring man

A Montgomery County jury found Janey Sears guilty of theft scheme over $100,000, securities fraud, and misappropriation of funds by a fiduciary after she manipulated a Silver Spring man into a $400,000 investment scheme, used the money for personal expenses (including a car) and casino gambling, and moved into his home; sentencing is set for Aug. 28, 2026, with a potential penalty of up to 23 years in prison.

via WTOP|

#crime #fraud #janey-sears

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

China-made Steam Machine clone at $688 flagged for fake specs

A Chinese listing claims a $688 Steam Machine clone with a Ryzen 5 5500, RX 6750 GRE GPU, DDR5 memory, and 2TB NVMe, but critical compatibility errors (Ryzen 5 5500 is AM4; DDR5 on AM4; RX 6750 GRE is a desktop GPU; chassis won’t fit a discrete GPU) and an unreal price-to-parts calculation indicate the specs are false or misleading, making this listing suspicious. Legitimate budget Steam Machine options exist, but this one is not credible.

via TweakTown|

#budget-gaming #china #hardware

cybersecurity2 months ago•14 min saved

Phony AAA Email Scam Tricks Drivers With Bogus Federal Rule

A fake AAA-themed email warnings about a supposed July 1, 2026 federal rule requiring an emergency-tool in every passenger vehicle is used to push readers to a suspicious link. AAA confirms they did not send the message. The piece outlines red flags—suspicious sender address, lack of proper branding, risky shared links, urgent language, and dubious legal references—and offers tips to verify with official sites and avoid clicking dangerous links.

via Fox News|

#aaa #cybersecurity #government-regulation

crime2 months ago•43 min saved

Undercover Deputies Turn the Tables on $700K Gold Scam Courier — Video Captures Sting

A video shows undercover deputies catching a courier accused in a $700,000 gold scam, turning the scheme on its head and delivering a satisfying takedown by law enforcement.

via Yahoo|

#crime #gold #police

crime3 months ago•3 min saved

California Couple Dies in Suspected Murder-Suicide After Tom Selleck Imposter Scam

A California couple (79 and 80) were found with traumatic injuries after being targeted by a scammer posing as Tom Selleck; police say the deaths appear to be a murder-suicide and there is no evidence the impersonator was involved, with the wife having sent about $30,000 before authorities intervened.

via New York Post|

#california #crime #elderly-victims

usnews3 months ago•4 min saved

California couple dies in suspected murder-suicide after Tom Selleck impersonator scam

An elderly California couple was found dead in a suspected murder‑suicide after the wife, Karen Whitaker, had fallen victim to a year‑long financial scam by someone posing as Tom Selleck, who convinced her to send money via gift cards; the scam escalated despite family intervention and alerts to authorities, but officials say there is no evidence the impersonator caused the deaths and Selleck is not implicated.

via NBC News|

#elderabuse #financialfraud #giftcardfraud

politics3 months ago•39 min saved

Trump Mobile Preorder Sparks Questions About MAGA Loyalty and Scams

Morning Shots argues that Trump's post-presidency ventures reveal loyalty-driven revenue schemes and political maneuvers: Trump Mobile sold a $100 deposit for a $499 made-in-America phone that never shipped, with terms later recast to a conditional opportunity rather than a purchase; the piece also details South Carolina's redistricting fight to diminish James Clyburn's seat and notes GOP tensions and ambassadorship picks as signs of a party chasing loyalty over policy.

via The Bulwark|

#maga #mobile #politics

technology3 months ago•4 min saved

Fraudulent Call History Apps Swindled 7.3 Million Android Users

Security researchers from ESET uncovered 28 Android apps on Google Play that claimed to unlock access to call histories but merely charged users for fake data; together they amassed over 7.3 million downloads before removal, with payments made via Google Play Billing, UPI-based apps (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), or direct card checkout. Some apps even spoofed an Indian government developer name. Refunds may be available for Google Play purchases, but third‑party payments aren’t refundable. The report also notes a separate Indonesian fraud campaign (GoldFactory) using phishing, malware, and social engineering to steal about $2 million.

via The Hacker News|

#android #cybersecurity #google-play-store

local5 months ago•0 min saved

Columbus Officials Warn of Text Scam About Parking and Toll Fines

Franklin County officials warn of a scam text claiming unpaid parking or toll fines, threatening payment or court appearance; the Franklin County Municipal Clerk’s Office and Ohio Attorney General’s Office say to ignore suspicious texts and verify any fines through official channels.

via The Columbus Dispatch|

#columbus #local #ohio

social-media-health8 months ago•2 min saved

TikTok Bans AI Weight Loss Ads from Fake Boots Account

TikTok removed AI-generated fake ads for prescription weight loss drugs pretending to be Boots after the company complained, highlighting concerns over misleading AI content and illegal advertising of prescription medicines on social media.

via BBC|

#ai-generated-ads #boots #scam

business8 months ago•2 min saved

Utah man fined $7.9M for e-commerce scam

A Utah man, Parker Wilde, was ordered to pay up to $7.9 million after scamming hundreds of people with a fraudulent Amazon store business scheme, promising passive income and refunds but instead misappropriating funds for personal use. The court also banned him from participating in similar schemes within Utah, marking a significant victory for consumer protection.

via KSL.com|

#business #consumer-protection #e-commerce

crime8 months ago•2 min saved

Con Artists Steal Necklace with Daughter's Ashes in East LA

An elderly woman in East Los Angeles was scammed by con artists who stole her necklace containing her late daughter's ashes after asking for prayers and pretending to need help, highlighting a heartbreaking theft of sentimental value.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#ashes #crime #east-la