Category: Online Scams

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Lots of transactions are made during the holiday season, and local authorities are warning the public to ensure money is…

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Authorities arrested Adetomiwa Seun Akindele of Minnesota. He’s accused of swindling the victim through an online romance scheme. DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — A widow from…

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Amazon sent customers an email with the subject line, “Lookout for online scammers” with detailed advice to help them prevent getting defrauded. One critical piece…

View More Amazon Warns Shoppers to Look out for Online Scammers with Days to Go before Christmas

SAN JOSE, Calif. — A new national public safety alert from the FBI and partnering agencies was published on Monday, warning thousands of children and…

View More Jonathan Kassi of Reseda arrested in online ‘sextortion’ scheme that resulted in 17-year-old boy’s suicide

The case involving a stolen vehicle remains under investigation by Winkler Police.  Around 10:30 last Tuesday morning, a male parked his pickup truck near the…

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The internet is a wonderful place. Within seconds, you can learn something, talk to someone, or buy whatever from wherever. Shopping online, however, can get…

View More How to Spot Scams When Shopping Online- First For Women

Amazon scam prevention is flagging new tactics aimed at separating unsuspecting consumers from their money. Abigail Bishop, head of scam prevention at Amazon, tells PYMNTS the…

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — People love to give back during the holiday season but, if you’re donating online, it’s important to be aware so you don’t…

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“Tesler app Canada” – Tesler Trading is a completely automated trading platform that has been thoughtfully designed to assist traders of all experience levels in…

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Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at…

View More Arrest made in ‘sextortion’ case police link to teen’s suicide