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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities (DoBS) significantly expanded its financial education and outreach efforts in 2024, connecting with nearly 35,000 consumers through 279 group presentations …
35,000 Pennsylvanians Armed Against Scams: How Free Financial Programs Are Changing Lives Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Tina Bell, 56, owner and manager of Superior Health, Inc., is facing multiple charges related to alleged Medicaid fraud and neglect of vulnerable individuals. Pennsylvania Attorney General …
Home Care Agency Owner Accused of $1M Medicaid Fraud and Risking Patients’ Lives Read More PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a landmark case highlighting the pervasive nature of white-collar crime, Joseph LaForte and his brother James LaForte admitted guilt in federal court Wednesday to a litany …
Fraudulent Empire Exposed: Brothers Admit to $100 Million Scheme! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a dramatic surge in consumer losses linked to Bitcoin ATM scams, with the total amount lost skyrocketing to over $110 …
Is Your Cash Safe? Discover How Bitcoin ATM Scams Might Be Targeting You! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrest on Thursday of Joseph Osinski, a McKeesport detective and former financial officer of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge …
McKeesport Detective’s Arrest Unveils Shocking $1 Million Union Theft Allegations Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Michael Salerno, 55, of Mount Laurel, New Jersey, was sentenced on Monday to 37 months in prison for orchestrating multiple fraudulent schemes that defrauded hundreds of investors. …
Fraudster Michael Salerno Sentenced for Elaborate Schemes Read More PHILADELPHIA, PA — United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Ari Tietolman, a 50-year-old resident of Montréal, Canada, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. The sentencing, which …
Canadian Man Sentenced for Massive Telemarketing Fraud Targeting American Seniors Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken significant steps to hold James R. Carnes and Melissa C. Carnes accountable for their attempt to avoid paying restitution …
CFPB Reaches Settlement with Couple Over Fraudulent Transfers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released alarming new data showing a significant increase in losses due to government impersonation scams. In 2023, consumers reported losing $76 …
Rise in Government Impersonation Scams Costing Consumers Millions, FTC Reports Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced on Friday that Damien Hartsfield, a Philadelphia man, will serve up to 12 years in prison for forging documents to evade child …
Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Forging Documents to Avoid Child Support Read More