Columbus, OH

Cybersecurity researchers say scammers have found a sophisticated way to drain bank accounts directly from ATMs – without needing a debit card in hand. Experts at the cybersecurity software firm ESET say they’ve discovered a dangerous and unprecedented type of malware they’re calling NGate. To begin the...

Scammers Draining Cash Directly From ATMs, Emptying Bank Accounts Without Debit Cards in Sophisticated Scheme: Cybersecurity Researchers

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Parking tickets are the latest vector for scammers to empty out bank accounts from New York to Southern California. Calgary became the latest North American city to address the growing trend of fake tickets on Tuesday. The Canadian city’s parking authority advised drivers to destroy fake tickets that are cropping on windshields and not to attempt to pay those fines.

Bank accounts are being emptied thanks to scammers using fake parking tickets

The Associated Press

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) — The Treasury Department has issued regulations aimed at making it harder for criminals to launder money by paying cash for residential real estate.  Under rules finalized Wednesday, investment advisers and real estate professionals will be required to report cash sales of residential real estate sold to legal entities, trusts and shell companies. The requirements won’t apply to sales to individuals or purchases involving mortgages or other financing. The new rules come as part of a Biden administration effort to combat money laundering and the movement of dirty money through the American financial system. All-cash purchases of residential real estate are considered a high risk for money laundering.  The Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, also known as FinCEN, will administer the rules. 

New US rules try to make it harder for criminals to launder money by paying cash for homes

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Mercury Direct will provide three zodiac signs with abundance and fortune on August 28. It will help them get back on track and remove their obstacles. The astrological transit will put things for the signs. What’s holding you back from exploiting your potential?

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Fortune Era Will Start | August 28, 2024

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Emily Standley Allard

In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Texas State

No further specifics were given, but these schemes typically involve fraudsters tricking employees at a company — often in finance or with access to the executive suite — into initiating a bank transfer of company funds to a bank account controlled by the fraudsters. These schemes can involve the hacking of email accounts used by executives to send fraudulent instructions to staff on their behalf, or even use deepfakes in efforts to trick unsuspecting employees into transferring funds.

Texas firm says it lost $60M in a bank wire transfer scam

Montana State

Bozeman, MT

Montana Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy greets supporters outside of a rally in Bozeman on Aug. 9, 2024. (Photo by Blair Miller, Daily Montanan) Have you ever met someone who calls themselves a “successful businessman,” but lost his company $77 million, is being sued by former employees for allegedly stiffing them out of their pay, fraudulently certified his company as a socially disadvantaged business to try to win government contracts, prompted his biggest investor to cash out of the company and abandon their stake in it, and has had multiple board members resign from his company on his watch – all while paying himself fat multimillion-dollar bonuses?

I take on fraudsters and scammers for a living. Take it from me: Tim Sheehy is one of them.

One striking example is Barry Heitin, a 76-year-old retired lawyer from Arlington, Virginia. He lost $740,000 of his retirement savings to a sophisticated scam. Unfortunately, Barry's story is not unique. Scammers target those over 60. Elderly individuals face a rising threat - online fraud. Scammers target those over 60, exploiting...

Online Elder Fraud and Scams Targeting Seniors: Introducing Scammer Payback

Ridgeway, VA

Henry County, VA

Watchful Eye

On Tuesday, Henry County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 44-year-old man wanted by four law enforcement agencies for a list of charges, including hit and run, drugs, and larceny.

Henry County man wanted by 4 agencies allegedly caught using trap door

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5 Major Bank Account Scams and How to Avoid Them

Appling County, GA

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

Business Insider

Official Partners found success by catering to the top of the residential market. Its connection to star broker brothers could be its downfall.

First came the accusations of rape. Now 3 owners of the Alexander brothers' beleaguered brokerage firm are jumping ship.

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You can't be too protective of your money and personal information. Financial scams are running rampant.  According to our recent "Keep Your Money Safe" survey, when victims of financial scams...

7 Red Flags That Will Help You Avoid Financial Scammers

We often think of fraudsters as people on the opposite side of the world. They will manipulate and exploit victims through words on a computer screen, or loving messages through the phone. But romance fraud can also happen in person, with the fraudster sleeping in the bed beside you. This...

Romance fraud doesn't only happen online—it can turn into real-world deception

Atlantic County, NJ

Somers Point, NJ

Morristown Minute

Following a search warrant, law enforcement uncovers dozens of firearms and ballistics items including three machineguns, a modified rifle, a sawed-off shotgun, and three silencers.

Man Caught with Illegal Machine Guns and Firearms: NJ Arrest

Wise up to the criminals who want to part you with your hard-earned cash. Phone scams are on the rise, and they’re getting more sophisticated. The statistics are dizzying. On imposter scammers alone, the FTC reports that US consumers lost $2.7 billion in 2023, and the numbers are increasing each year. These are only the reported losses, too — many people who’ve been caught out are embarrassed and don’t want to admit they fell for such a ploy.

12 common phone scams and how to avoid them

In a move showcasing its commitment to its users, Ka.app generously grants a non-expiring VIP status to the initial 10,000 individuals who become cardholders. This exciting development comes as they celebrate the triumphant launch of their crypto debit card, along with their user-friendly crypto wallet and payment platform. There is no requirement to purchase or lock up KASTA tokens within the app! Simply order a Ka. Visa Debit Card, activate it, and voila! You’ll be granted VIP status instantly.

Beginner-friendly Crypto Wallet and Payment Platform Ka.app Offers Non-Expiring VIP Status to their first 10,000 Card Holders

Colorado State

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Aussies Lose $122 Million to Crypto Scams, With Younger Victims Now Leading

Two most common methods used by bad actors to trick individuals are pig butchering and deepfakes. Australians reportedly lost at least AUD 180 million (approximately $122...

Aussies Lose $122 Million to Crypto Scams, With Younger Victims Now Leading

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