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WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Borough Police Department is investigating a fraud case involving the creation of a fraudulent identification document and an attempt to access a victim’s …
Victim’s Identity Stolen in Brazen Bank Fraud Attempt—Can You Help Solve the Case? Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County District Attorney’s Office and Chester County Detectives have announced the arrest of James Vassallo, 55, of Voorhees, New Jersey, on multiple allegations of …
Disgraced Attorney Accused of Stealing Thousands in Shocking Real Estate Scam Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Adam Herman, 44, of Slatington, this week pleaded no contest to 17 felonies and one misdemeanor after posing as a medical professional to provide unauthorized care at …
Fake Doctor Scandal: Pennsylvania Man Faces Felony Charges for Fraud and Endangering Patients Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A Philadelphia County man has pleaded guilty to a series of felony charges stemming from an elaborate scheme to steal a classmate’s identity, use it to obtain …
Philadelphia Man Admits to Decades-Long Identity Theft Scheme, Faces Prison and Federal Charges Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — This week, a Philadelphia woman was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for orchestrating a scheme to defraud the U.S. government of nearly $2 million through …
Philadelphia Store Owner Sentenced for $2 Million SNAP Fraud Scheme Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A Wilmington man has been arrested following an investigation into allegations of financial fraud totaling approximately $7,000, police announced.
Man Accused of Orchestrating $7,000 Fraud Scheme Arrested in Wilmington Read More
NEWARK, DE — Authorities are requesting assistance from the public in locating a suspect accused of involvement in a February 8, 2024 incident, described as Theft by False Promise.
Have You Seen Him? Newark Police Search for Suspect in Fraud Investigation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Rose Calese Horne, 44, of Levittown, has been sentenced to 18 to 36 months in prison after pleading guilty to posing as a licensed dental professional and …
Fake Dentist Jailed! Unlicensed Assistant Risked Patients’ Lives with Unsafe Procedures Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Francis J. Battista, 39, of Aston, Pennsylvania, was convicted this week on 22 felony charges, including wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and money laundering, for orchestrating a …
COVID Relief Fraudster Stole Millions, Lived Lavishly — Now Faces 316 Years in Prison Read More
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