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#wire-fraud

Lyin' ex-Rep. George Santos sobs as he learns his fate at sentencing in corruption case

George Santos was sentenced to over seven years in prison for federal wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.

5 days ago

Ex-US Rep. George Santos faces sentencing for fraud after duping donors and voters

George Santos faces sentencing for federal fraud and identity theft, admitting to deceiving donors and stealing identities for his campaign.

fromsilive

Notorious NYC politician should be in prison for several years, prosecutors say

George Santos may face over seven years in prison for wire fraud, identity theft, and stealing campaign funds.

Ex-congressman George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months for wire fraud and identity theft, highlighting accountability in public corruption.

Former Rep. George Santos gets 7-plus year prison sentence

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft after misleading donors during his Congressional campaign.

Ex-U.S. Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos, former U.S. Rep, sentenced to over seven years in prison for defrauding donors and identity theft.

Lyin' ex-Rep. George Santos sobs as he learns his fate at sentencing in corruption case

George Santos was sentenced to over seven years in prison for federal wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.

5 days ago

Ex-US Rep. George Santos faces sentencing for fraud after duping donors and voters

George Santos faces sentencing for federal fraud and identity theft, admitting to deceiving donors and stealing identities for his campaign.

fromsilive

Notorious NYC politician should be in prison for several years, prosecutors say

George Santos may face over seven years in prison for wire fraud, identity theft, and stealing campaign funds.

Ex-congressman George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months for wire fraud and identity theft, highlighting accountability in public corruption.

Former Rep. George Santos gets 7-plus year prison sentence

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft after misleading donors during his Congressional campaign.

Ex-U.S. Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos, former U.S. Rep, sentenced to over seven years in prison for defrauding donors and identity theft.

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#fraud

NYC startup

He sold investors on a new app, but spent the money on cars, his Malibu mansion and yacht, feds say

Bernhard Eugen Fritsch was convicted of fraudulently obtaining $25 million from investors for a tech company, using it for personal luxuries.

US news

Sean Kingston and His Mother Are Convicted in $1 Million Fraud Scheme

Sean Kingston convicted of wire fraud scheme with mother, involving $1M in luxury items.

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US news

Colorado funeral home owners who let 190 bodies decay plead guilty to fraud

The owners of a Colorado funeral home pleaded guilty to wire fraud after failing to provide services and mishandling bodies.

NYC startup

Man found guilty of SF tech 'sham' where he lied about $30B in profits

Ramesh Kris Nathan was convicted for a fraudulent scheme involving false claims about his company's profits and operations.

fromThe Mercury News

San Francisco

Target gift card scheme lands East Coast man behind bars

A man was sentenced to five years in prison for a gift card fraud scheme costing Target over $500,000.

Digital life

Mozambique's Ex-Finance Minister Sentenced to Prison Over Tuna Affair'

Former Mozambique finance minister sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for a $2 billion fraud scheme.

NYC startup

He sold investors on a new app, but spent the money on cars, his Malibu mansion and yacht, feds say

Bernhard Eugen Fritsch was convicted of fraudulently obtaining $25 million from investors for a tech company, using it for personal luxuries.

US news

Sean Kingston and His Mother Are Convicted in $1 Million Fraud Scheme

Sean Kingston convicted of wire fraud scheme with mother, involving $1M in luxury items.

fromWashington Post

US news

Colorado funeral home owners who let 190 bodies decay plead guilty to fraud

The owners of a Colorado funeral home pleaded guilty to wire fraud after failing to provide services and mishandling bodies.

NYC startup

Man found guilty of SF tech 'sham' where he lied about $30B in profits

Ramesh Kris Nathan was convicted for a fraudulent scheme involving false claims about his company's profits and operations.

fromThe Mercury News

San Francisco

Target gift card scheme lands East Coast man behind bars

A man was sentenced to five years in prison for a gift card fraud scheme costing Target over $500,000.

Digital life

Mozambique's Ex-Finance Minister Sentenced to Prison Over Tuna Affair'

Former Mozambique finance minister sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for a $2 billion fraud scheme.

Filmmaker Charged With Stealing Millions From Netflix | Entrepreneur

Filmmaker Carl Rinsch was arrested for allegedly stealing $55 million from Netflix intended for a sci-fi series.

Rinsch used Netflix investment funds for personal expenses including luxury cars and failed investments.

Miscellaneous

fromFortune

Detroit nonprofit CFO admits to stealing $44 million in decades-long scheme-spent money on limos, travel, and clothes

William Smith stole $44 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, leading to significant project delays and his guilty plea to financial crimes.

Ex-Officer of Detroit Nonprofit Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $40 Million

William A. Smith pleaded guilty to embezzling over $40 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, highlighting significant betrayal and community impact.

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3 days ago

NYC startup

Man Convicted Of Defrauding Bay Area Investors Over Fake Space Tech Company For A Mere $50K

Ramesh Nathan was convicted of wire fraud and money laundering for defrauding investors with false claims about a fake space tech company.

fromSun Sentinel

Miami

Broward spa owner used COVID loans for Bentley, luxury shopping spree, feds say

Cassandra Yolanda Clarke fraudulently obtained over $800,000 in COVID-19 loans for personal luxury purchases, including a Bentley and shopping sprees.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Texas man sentenced for money laundering at Richmond-based company

Neil Divers was sentenced to over a year in prison for laundering money from his Richmond-based business, Kodiak Precision, Inc.

Film

fromEntrepreneur

Filmmaker Charged With Stealing Millions From Netflix | Entrepreneur

Filmmaker Carl Rinsch was arrested for allegedly stealing $55 million from Netflix intended for a sci-fi series.

Rinsch used Netflix investment funds for personal expenses including luxury cars and failed investments.

Miscellaneous

fromFortune

Detroit nonprofit CFO admits to stealing $44 million in decades-long scheme-spent money on limos, travel, and clothes

William Smith stole $44 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, leading to significant project delays and his guilty plea to financial crimes.

Ex-Officer of Detroit Nonprofit Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $40 Million

William A. Smith pleaded guilty to embezzling over $40 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, highlighting significant betrayal and community impact.

fromsfist.com

3 days ago

NYC startup

Man Convicted Of Defrauding Bay Area Investors Over Fake Space Tech Company For A Mere $50K

Ramesh Nathan was convicted of wire fraud and money laundering for defrauding investors with false claims about a fake space tech company.

fromSun Sentinel

Miami

Broward spa owner used COVID loans for Bentley, luxury shopping spree, feds say

Cassandra Yolanda Clarke fraudulently obtained over $800,000 in COVID-19 loans for personal luxury purchases, including a Bentley and shopping sprees.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Texas man sentenced for money laundering at Richmond-based company

Neil Divers was sentenced to over a year in prison for laundering money from his Richmond-based business, Kodiak Precision, Inc.

more#money-laundering

fromThe Washington Post

Trump pardons Republican convicted of taking money meant for officer memorial

Trump pardoned Michele Fiore, a former council member convicted of wire fraud, illustrating his ongoing support for allies and controversial figures.

#cybercrime

UK news

Scattered Spider Hacking Suspect Extradited to US From Spain

A member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group was extradited to the US for identity theft and wire fraud.

fromArs Technica

Information security

Man gets 10 years for stealing $20M in nest eggs from 400 US home buyers

A Nigerian man was sentenced for a phishing scheme that defrauded US home buyers of over $20 million.

fromTheregister

NYC startup

SIM-swapper must repay $13.2M to 59 victims

Noah Michael Urban pleaded guilty to various cybercrime charges and faces significant prison time and financial restitution.

US news

Florida man known as "King Bob" pleads guilty to charges related to cryptocurrency theft

Noah Urban, a 20-year-old, pleaded guilty to cyber crimes involving wire fraud and identity theft, including a case of massive cryptocurrency theft.

UK news

Scattered Spider Hacking Suspect Extradited to US From Spain

A member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group was extradited to the US for identity theft and wire fraud.

Information security

fromArs Technica

Man gets 10 years for stealing $20M in nest eggs from 400 US home buyers

A Nigerian man was sentenced for a phishing scheme that defrauded US home buyers of over $20 million.

fromTheregister

NYC startup

SIM-swapper must repay $13.2M to 59 victims

Noah Michael Urban pleaded guilty to various cybercrime charges and faces significant prison time and financial restitution.

US news

Florida man known as "King Bob" pleads guilty to charges related to cryptocurrency theft

Noah Urban, a 20-year-old, pleaded guilty to cyber crimes involving wire fraud and identity theft, including a case of massive cryptocurrency theft.

US news

Boston City Councilor Indicted on Federal Charges

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was arrested for allegedly siphoning public funds through a kickback scheme involving her staff.

NYC politics

Corrupt Boston pol took rug, furniture from her office weeks before pleading guilty to federal charges, video shows

Boston Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was caught removing items from City Hall before pleading guilty to federal charges.

fromwww.mediaite.com

NYC politics

WATCH: Disgraced Politician Drags Out Rolled-Up Rug, Furniture From Office Weeks Before She Agreed to Plead Guilty to Corruption Charges

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson faces corruption charges and is seen clearing her office before announcing her guilty plea.

US news

Boston City Councilor Indicted on Federal Charges

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was arrested for allegedly siphoning public funds through a kickback scheme involving her staff.

NYC politics

Corrupt Boston pol took rug, furniture from her office weeks before pleading guilty to federal charges, video shows

Boston Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was caught removing items from City Hall before pleading guilty to federal charges.

fromwww.mediaite.com

NYC politics

WATCH: Disgraced Politician Drags Out Rolled-Up Rug, Furniture From Office Weeks Before She Agreed to Plead Guilty to Corruption Charges

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson faces corruption charges and is seen clearing her office before announcing her guilty plea.

more#boston-city-council

Privacy professionals

2 weeks ago

BakerHostetler's 2025 Data Security Incident Response Report Finds Less Malware Used in 2024

Companies are successfully combating ransomware with fewer attacks and quicker recovery times.

Forensic investigation costs have significantly decreased, representing a three-year low.

The focus has shifted to compromised credentials, necessitating stronger access controls.

Post-breach class action lawsuits have slightly decreased, indicating a trend.

#sean-kingston

NYC music

4 weeks ago

Singer Sean Kingston and mother Janice Turner convicted in fraud scheme

Sean Kingston and his mother were convicted of defrauding businesses out of over $1 million through wire fraud.

London music

fromConsequence

Sean Kingston and his mother found guilty of federal wire fraud

Sean Kingston and his mother were found guilty of federal wire fraud, involving luxury goods businesses.

Miami food

Sean Kingston breaks down as he, mom found guilty of fraud - tells officials to 'protect my mother' as they face decades in prison

Sean Kingston and his mother were convicted of wire fraud, resulting in emotional circumstances for the rapper.

NYC music

4 weeks ago

Singer Sean Kingston and mother Janice Turner convicted in fraud scheme

Sean Kingston and his mother were convicted of defrauding businesses out of over $1 million through wire fraud.

London music

fromConsequence

Sean Kingston and his mother found guilty of federal wire fraud

Sean Kingston and his mother were found guilty of federal wire fraud, involving luxury goods businesses.

Miami food

Sean Kingston breaks down as he, mom found guilty of fraud - tells officials to 'protect my mother' as they face decades in prison

Sean Kingston and his mother were convicted of wire fraud, resulting in emotional circumstances for the rapper.

Brooklyn Man Sentenced in 'Vandelay' Fraud Scheme

Thomas John Sfraga was sentenced to 45 months in prison for wire fraud involving real estate and cryptocurrency scams.

#pastor

Non-profit organizations

Pastor scams 'long-time' friends and nonprofit out of over $230K in California, feds say

A California pastor is charged with 11 counts of wire fraud, accused of defrauding friends and a nonprofit of over $230,000.

Los Angeles Rams

Controversial California pastor arrested again

Pastor Terrance Elliott faces legal troubles again, indicted for defrauding friends out of hundreds of thousands of dollars via various schemes.

Non-profit organizations

Pastor scams 'long-time' friends and nonprofit out of over $230K in California, feds say

A California pastor is charged with 11 counts of wire fraud, accused of defrauding friends and a nonprofit of over $230,000.

Los Angeles Rams

Controversial California pastor arrested again

Pastor Terrance Elliott faces legal troubles again, indicted for defrauding friends out of hundreds of thousands of dollars via various schemes.

more#pastor

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Ex-Mass. lawmaker sentenced for scamming pandemic unemployment funds

Former Massachusetts state senator Dean Tran was sentenced to 18 months for defrauding the state's unemployment program and filing false tax returns.

#california

California

Surrogacy consultant steals thousands from clients wanting to be parents, feds in CA say

Consultant Lillian Arielle Markowitz pleaded guilty to wire fraud, exploiting clients seeking surrogacy by illegally accessing their escrow funds.

California

Prison escapee is captured eight years later carrying a fake Harvard ID, feds say

A man has been indicted for escaping custody nearly eight years after going missing from a California prison.

California

Surrogacy consultant steals thousands from clients wanting to be parents, feds in CA say

Consultant Lillian Arielle Markowitz pleaded guilty to wire fraud, exploiting clients seeking surrogacy by illegally accessing their escrow funds.

California

Prison escapee is captured eight years later carrying a fake Harvard ID, feds say

A man has been indicted for escaping custody nearly eight years after going missing from a California prison.

more#california

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Miscellaneous

American Express will pay over $138 million to settle fraud investigation

American Express will pay over $138 million to resolve a wire fraud investigation linked to misleading tax advice to customers.

#campaign-finance

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

Campaign Treasurer For 2021 Brooklyn Borough President Candidate Pleads Guilty to Fraud

Erlene King admits to wire fraud for falsifying contributions to exploit New York City's matching funds program, potentially facing up to 20 years in prison.

Miscellaneous

Treasurer for 2021 Brooklyn Borough President candidate faces federal fraud charges

Erlene King is charged with wire fraud, accused of defrauding nearly $400,000 from New York City's Campaign Finance Board through a fraudulent donation scheme.

Miscellaneous

Treasurer for 2021 Brooklyn Borough President candidate faces federal fraud charges

Erlene King, charged with wire fraud, allegedly defrauded NYC's Campaign Finance Board of nearly $400,000 using fake donors and forged documentation.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

Campaign Treasurer For 2021 Brooklyn Borough President Candidate Pleads Guilty to Fraud

Erlene King admits to wire fraud for falsifying contributions to exploit New York City's matching funds program, potentially facing up to 20 years in prison.

Miscellaneous

Treasurer for 2021 Brooklyn Borough President candidate faces federal fraud charges

Erlene King is charged with wire fraud, accused of defrauding nearly $400,000 from New York City's Campaign Finance Board through a fraudulent donation scheme.

Miscellaneous

Treasurer for 2021 Brooklyn Borough President candidate faces federal fraud charges

Erlene King, charged with wire fraud, allegedly defrauded NYC's Campaign Finance Board of nearly $400,000 using fake donors and forged documentation.

more#campaign-finance

#tom-girardi

fromABA Journal

Law

Former CFO at Tom Girardi's law firm reaches plea deal, agrees to $3.1M forfeiture

Christopher K. Kamon, former CFO, pleads guilty to wire fraud and agrees to forfeit $3.1 million involving fraud at Tom Girardi's firm.

Los Angeles

Tom Girardi's sentencing delayed as judge weighs prison or medical facility

Tom Girardi's sentencing is under dispute due to concerns over his health and suitability for prison.

Los Angeles

Tom Girardi to surrender to federal prison for medical evaluation, judge rules

Tom Girardi must undergo a medical evaluation at a federal prison as part of his sentencing process for wire fraud.

fromABA Journal

Law

Former CFO at Tom Girardi's law firm reaches plea deal, agrees to $3.1M forfeiture

Christopher K. Kamon, former CFO, pleads guilty to wire fraud and agrees to forfeit $3.1 million involving fraud at Tom Girardi's firm.

Los Angeles

Tom Girardi's sentencing delayed as judge weighs prison or medical facility

Tom Girardi's sentencing is under dispute due to concerns over his health and suitability for prison.

Los Angeles

Tom Girardi to surrender to federal prison for medical evaluation, judge rules

Tom Girardi must undergo a medical evaluation at a federal prison as part of his sentencing process for wire fraud.

Whistleblowers Paint Picture Of Violence At New Folsom Prison | KQED

California prison faces scrutiny from KQED investigation revealing a culture of silence and abuse among staff, leading to serious consequences for incarcerated individuals.

#jontay-porter

New York City

Man pleads guilty in betting scheme that ensnared ex-NBA player Jontay Porter

A gambler pleaded guilty in a scheme involving NBA player Jontay Porter, which led to Porter's lifetime ban from the league.

fromESPN.com

National Basketball Association

Conspirator in Porter betting plot pleads guilty

Long Phi Pham pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a sports betting scheme exploiting Jontay Porter's injuries, raising concerns about integrity in sports.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Toronto

Former Raptors centre Jontay Porter to be sentenced on criminal charges Wednesday | CBC Sports

Jontay Porter's sentencing is expected to involve prison time due to severe misconduct linked with gambling and manipulation in the NBA.

Expert opinions suggest Porter's celebrity status complicates his case negatively.

New York City

Man pleads guilty in betting scheme that ensnared ex-NBA player Jontay Porter

A gambler pleaded guilty in a scheme involving NBA player Jontay Porter, which led to Porter's lifetime ban from the league.

fromESPN.com

National Basketball Association

Conspirator in Porter betting plot pleads guilty

Long Phi Pham pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a sports betting scheme exploiting Jontay Porter's injuries, raising concerns about integrity in sports.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Toronto

Former Raptors centre Jontay Porter to be sentenced on criminal charges Wednesday | CBC Sports

Jontay Porter's sentencing is expected to involve prison time due to severe misconduct linked with gambling and manipulation in the NBA.

Expert opinions suggest Porter's celebrity status complicates his case negatively.

more#jontay-porter

fromwww.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Bay Area man back in federal custody after nearly 8 years on the run

Eric Pree, after nearly eight years on the run, was recaptured and faces new charges for his escape from federal custody.

Tax Preparers Charged in Scheme to Defraud Covid Relief of $65 Million

Two tax preparers defrauded $65 million from pandemic relief programs using various fraudulent schemes targeting small businesses.

Miscellaneous

Lisa Schiff, art 'advisor' to stars including Leonardo DiCaprio, pleads guilty in $6.5M fraud

Lisa Schiff pleaded guilty to stealing $6.5 million in a wire fraud scheme from art clients over five years.

Tax Preparers Charged in Scheme to Defraud Covid Relief of $65 Million

Two tax preparers defrauded $65 million from pandemic relief programs using various fraudulent schemes targeting small businesses.

Miscellaneous

Lisa Schiff, art 'advisor' to stars including Leonardo DiCaprio, pleads guilty in $6.5M fraud

Lisa Schiff pleaded guilty to stealing $6.5 million in a wire fraud scheme from art clients over five years.

more#legal-proceedings

Miscellaneous

Mass. woman indicted for allegedly embezzling $200K from N.H. charity she ran

A former nonprofit director was indicted for embezzling nearly $200,000 from her organization, using funds for personal expenses over two years.

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Miscellaneous

Central Pa. judge indicted over COVID unemployment funds fraud: DOJ

A York County judge has been indicted for instructing employees to fraudulently claim unemployment benefits while working during the pandemic.

Coronavirus

fromArs Technica

Lab owner pleads guilty to faking COVID test results during pandemic

Zishan Alvi pled guilty to defrauding the government of $83 million through a fraudulent COVID-19 testing scheme.

Boston real estate

Couple alleges scammer sold their Concord property

Real estate fraud is increasing, with scammers impersonating property owners and conducting illicit transactions, leading to significant financial losses.

Privacy professionals

fromThe Verge

Caroline Ellison sentenced to two years in jail for role in FTX fraud

Caroline Ellison cooperated with prosecutors in the FTX case, receiving a lighter sentence due to her timely cooperation and substantial assistance in the investigation.

Privacy professionals

Gallery Owner Sentenced in Fine Art Photography Swindle

Art gallery owner Wendy Halsted Beard defrauded clients of $1.6 million by keeping profits from fine art photos instead of selling them on commission.

fromTESLARATI

Privacy professionals

Former Nikola CEO Trevor Milton to pay $167 million to Nikola: U.S. Judge

Trevor Milton owes Nikola $167.7 million after being found liable for misleading investors and causing financial harm.

fromwww.bbc.com