Roofing Business Owners Plead Guilty in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Scheme

Roofing Business Owners Plead Guilty in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Scheme

December 2, 2024 FraudsWatch

Operators Of Jacksonville Roofing Business Plead Guilty To Payroll Tax Fraud And Workers’ Compensation Fraud Two brothers who owned a roofing business in Jacksonville, Florida have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail and wire […] Read More

Two Mississippi Women Accused of Massive COVID-19 Relief Fraud

December 1, 2024 FraudsWatch

West Tennessee Tax Preparers Indicted for Schemes to Defraud Government of Over $65 Million in COVID-19 Relief Renata Walton and Nicole Jones, both from Olive Branch, Mississippi, have been indicted on 53 counts related to […] Read More

Lottery Scam Alert! The Latest Tricks You Need to Know to Protect Yourself

December 1, 2024 FraudsWatch

The lottery: a beacon of hope, a dream of financial freedom, a chance to escape the mundane. But for scammers, it’s a fertile ground for deception, preying on those desperate for a life-changing win. Lottery […] Read More

AI-Powered Scams: How Artificial Intelligence is Weaponized for Fraud

November 24, 2024 FraudsWatch

The digital age has brought unprecedented convenience and connectivity, but it has also opened up a Pandora’s box of cybercrime. While traditional scams continue to plague the internet, a new and more insidious threat is […] Read More

Income/Asset Fraud: The Latest Schemes and How to Protect Yourself

October 15, 2024 FraudsWatch

Income and asset fraud are pervasive problems, costing individuals and businesses billions each year. Fraudsters are constantly devising new and sophisticated methods to deceive their victims, making it crucial to stay informed about the latest […] Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Occupancy Fraud: Spotting Red Flags and Protecting Yourself

October 12, 2024 FraudsWatch

Unmasking the Deception in Mortgage Lending In the world of real estate and mortgage lending, occupancy fraud is a serious issue that can have significant consequences for both borrowers and lenders. This deceptive practice involves […] Read More

Unmasking the Insider Trading Underworld

September 21, 2024 FraudsWatch

Insider trading has long cast a shadow over the financial markets, eroding investor confidence and undermining the principles of fair play. In recent years, regulators have stepped up their efforts to combat these illicit activities, […] Read More

The High-Net-Worth Individual’s Guide to Avoiding Charity And Fundraising Fraud

September 15, 2024 FraudsWatch

In an era where digital connectivity and social awareness have amplified our capacity for compassion, it’s disheartening to acknowledge that scammers continue to exploit our goodwill. Charity and fundraising scams, fueled by evolving technology and […] Read More

Identity Theft Prevention: 20 Essential Tips for 2024 and Beyond

August 28, 2024 FraudsWatch

In the digital age, where our personal information is constantly shared and stored online, identity theft has become an ever-present threat. Hackers and scammers are continuously devising new methods to steal our sensitive data, leaving […] Read More

Stop Fraud in 2025: 20 Essential Prevention Tips

August 25, 2024 FraudsWatch

Stay one step ahead of scammers in the digital age. This comprehensive guide provides 20 actionable tips to protect yourself from identity theft, phishing scams, online shopping fraud, and more in 2025. Learn how to […] Read More

The “Donate Car for Tax Credit” Scam: How to Avoid Falling Victim

August 19, 2024 FraudsWatch

The “Donate Car for Tax Credit” scam preys on individuals’ generosity and desire for tax benefits. While donating a car to a legitimate charity can indeed yield a tax deduction, scammers exploit this concept to […] Read More

Beware the Pitfalls: Car Donation Charity Fraud in California

August 19, 2024 FraudsWatch

Donating your car to charity in California can be a generous act, benefiting both worthy causes and yourself through potential tax deductions. However, the unfortunate reality is that fraudsters sometimes exploit this charitable spirit. This […] Read More

Automobile Accident Attorney Scams: Protecting Yourself After a Crash

August 18, 2024 FraudsWatch

A car accident is stressful enough without the added worry of falling victim to a scam. Unfortunately, opportunistic individuals and even organized groups prey on accident victims, seeking to profit from their misfortune. Understanding the […] Read More

CDK Global Cyberattack Cripples Automotive Retail Operations, Exposing Sensitive Data

August 4, 2024 FraudsWatch

Who is CDK Global? CDK Global is a leading provider of integrated data and technology solutions for the automotive retail industry. Their software is used by dealerships worldwide for various critical operations, including sales, service, […] Read More

ChatGPT 4 Scams: Red Flags, Examples, & Reporting

August 4, 2024 FraudsWatch

ChatGPT 4, OpenAI’s groundbreaking language model, is an impressive tool. But sadly, its popularity has attracted scammers eager to exploit the hype for profit. Fraudswatch.com is committed to exposing these scams and arming you with […] Read More

Gift Card Scams: Don’t Let Your Gift Turn into a Nightmare

March 10, 2024 FraudsWatch

Gift cards are a convenient and popular gift option, but unfortunately, they’re also a prime target for scammers. These fraudsters use a variety of tactics to trick unsuspecting victims into handing over their hard-earned gift […] Read More

Return Fraud on the Rise: Stolen Goods and Counterfeits Costing Retailers Billions

March 10, 2024 FraudsWatch

Consumer Fraud is on the rise, and retailers are feeling the pinch. A sneaky tactic known as return fraud is swindling businesses out of billions of dollars every year. But what exactly is return fraud, […] Read More

Financial Fraud: Joseph Modile Was Sentenced For Money Laundering Schemes

March 9, 2024 FraudsWatch

International Con Artist Sentenced to Over a Decade for Brazen Fraud Schemes Brooklyn, New York – Joseph Modile, a Nigerian national with a web of fraudulent schemes reaching from coast to coast, was sentenced today […] Read More

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Financial Fraud: Manley Vanel Neptune Was Charged to a Fraudulent Bank Account

March 9, 2024 FraudsWatch

Florida Man’s Audacious Crime Spree: From Fake Passports to Stolen Millions Manley Vanel Neptune, a 33-year old resident of Lake Worth, Florida, has found himself in a tangle of federal charges. Already facing accusations of […] Read More

Millions Silently Robbed: Wage Theft – The Consumer Fraud You Might Not Recognize

March 8, 2024 FraudsWatch

While most consumers are vigilant against credit card scams or misleading advertising, a far more pervasive threat often flies under the radar: wage theft. Estimated to cost workers billions annually, wage theft occurs when employers […] Read More