Tag Archives: fraud investigation

A new extortion technique is being deployed by cyber-criminals using the Citadel malware platform to deliver Reveton ransomware. The latest version of the ransomware uses the name of the Internet Crime Complaint Center to frighten victims into sending money to … Continue reading →

On Wednesday, November 14th Marion County deputy Anthony Rakes was shot and killed while he was on duty. People in Lebanon have come together to help each other through the tragedy. But LEX18 has learned someone, somewhere is trying to … Continue reading →

Top Nine Fraud Attacks impacting eCommerce A payment management company recently reported on the top fraud attacks most impactful to eCommerce. These attacks were identified by frequency of attack and revenue loss. http://liarcatchers.com/fraud_investigation.html In ranked order, the top nine fraud … Continue reading →

LOUISVILLE, KY—A Jeffersonville, Indiana man was sentenced in United States District Court this week by District Judge Charles R. Simpson, III to 15 months in prison and ordered to pay $487,111 in restitution after pleading guilty to engaging in a … Continue reading →

MANATEE — A 21-year-old Bradenton man was arrested last week after he allegedly tried to sell his food stamp card on Craigslist, according the Florida Department of Children and Families. Eddie Gentsch, was arrested Nov. 13 on four warrants, after … Continue reading →

Beware of Cyber Monday… and Beyond At this time of year, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reminds consumers to be wary of Internet fraud during the holiday shopping season. Here are a few of the scams to look … Continue reading →

A federal jury on Monday convicted the former chief financial officer (CFO) of a North Shore information brokerage of conspiracy, money laundering, securities fraud, aggravated identity theft and other charges. James C. Fields, 45, who now lives in Boston, was … Continue reading →

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – A months-long investigation has ended with a dozen arrests on drug and fraud charges. A tip from a federal agent in May regarding illegal sales of drugs and guns out of two area businesses led Indianapolis Metropolitan … Continue reading →

A 75-year-old New Jersey man is under investigation by prosecutors in Cumberland County for casting two ballots in what he said was a test for voter fraud. Clarence Custis called the Cumberland County Board of Elections on Nov. 7 to … Continue reading →

ATTLEBORO, Mass. — A Rhode Island man police say used counterfeit $100 bills to make purchases at a Target store made a critical mistake. The bills had a picture of President Abraham Lincoln on them. Real $100 bills bear a … Continue reading →