A letter arrives, perhaps bearing an official-looking crest, promising millions. It speaks of a distant relative, previously unknown, who has passed away overseas leaving behind a substantial inheritance. For the recipient, it paints a picture of unexpected, life-altering wealth. Yet,
San Diego, CA – In a shocking case of fraud, a federal grand jury has indicted three individuals for allegedly swindling over 800 elderly authors out of more than $44 million. The scam, orchestrated through a company called PageTurner, Press
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As the population of older adults continues to grow, so does the prevalence of scams targeting this vulnerable demographic. Medicare fraud is a particularly concerning issue, as it exploits the trust and reliance of seniors on this essential healthcare program.
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Grandparent scams, a type of social engineering scheme that preys on the love and concern of grandparents for their grandchildren, have been around for years. However, as technology advances and fraudsters become more sophisticated, these scams are becoming increasingly prevalent
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As societies across the globe age, the issue of elder abuse and exploitation has become increasingly prevalent. This growing concern stems from the unique vulnerabilities that elderly individuals face, making them more susceptible to harm. Recognizing these vulnerabilities and taking
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Corporate Insider Convicted of Conspiring with Others at Long Island Boiler Room to Pump and Dump Stock on Unsuspecting Elderly Investors Illegal Stock Promotion and Manipulation Scheme Cost Victims Million of Dollars A federal jury in Central Islip returned a
Nevada District Court Permanently Enjoins 20 Defendants Connected To A Multi-Million Dollar Mail Fraud Scheme LAS VEGAS, Nev. – A federal court in Las Vegas, Nevada, permanently enjoined six individuals and 14 corporate entities from activities related to an alleged
U.S. Attorney John H. Horn Delivers Testimony Before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on “Protecting Older Americans from Financial Exploitation” Introduction Chairman Grassley, Ranking Member Blumenthal, and distinguished members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to discuss the
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Owner of Costa Rican Call Center and Two Others Plead Guilty to Defrauding Elderly through Offshore Sweepstakes Scheme Two U.S. citizens and a Canadian citizen have pleaded guilty for their roles in a $9 million “sweepstakes fraud” scheme to defraud
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