Tag: scam
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Fraudster Catherine O’Brien Sentenced for €22k Fake Horse Scam
Overview of the Case A woman identified as Catherine O’Brien has been sentenced after authorities established that she exploited an elderly man through a calculated scam involving a non-existent horse. The victim was duped into handing over €22,000, funds he believed were for the purchase and ongoing costs of a legitimate broodmare. Instead, investigators determined…
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Retired Engineer Falls for Scam Recovery Ruse, Loses RM100k
Alor Setar Scam Case Highlights Risk of ‘Recovery’ Schemes A retired engineer in Alor Setar, Kedah, has fallen victim to a so-called scam recovery scheme, losing more than RM100,000 after initially being duped by an earlier scam. The incident underscores how sophisticated fraudsters manipulate victims into seeking further help, creating a dangerous cycle of financial…
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Digital wallet fraud: how your bank card can be stolen without leaving your wallet
What is digital wallet fraud and how does it happen? Digital wallet fraud is a growing threat where attackers access your money without ever lifting your physical card. Rather than stealing a card, scammers exploit trust, technology, and gaps in the way banks verify customers. The result can be unauthorised purchases, new payment setups in…
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Malaysian Man Nabbed in Cambodia-Based Scam Link: Court to Hear Charge
Malaysian Man Nabbed in Cambodia-Based Scam Link A 24-year-old Malaysian man, identified as Goh Eugene, was arrested in connection with a Cambodia-based scam syndicate and is set to be charged in court this Tuesday. The case, reported by CNA, centers on charges that the suspect ‘‘facilitated the commission of a serious offence’’ in furtherance of…
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Another Malaysian man nabbed in Cambodia-based scam syndicate
New arrest in Cambodia-based scam network raises concerns in Malaysia A Malaysian man connected to a Cambodia-based scam syndicate has been arrested, according to a report by CNA. The suspect, identified by authorities as Goh Eugene, 24, is set to face a court hearing on Tuesday on a charge centered on facilitating the commission of…
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Mumbai Woman Loses ₹3.71 Crore in ‘Judge Chandrachud’ Digital Arrest Scam Unveiled
Overview of the Case A Mumbai resident fell victim to a sophisticated digital arrest scam that leveraged the name of the high court and the notion of a judicial order. The woman, Dhanalakshmi Satyanarayana Rao Naidu, reported losing ₹3.71 crore after a multi-stage phone and online operation that impersonated a police process and coerced her…
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Mumbai Woman Loses ₹3.71 Crore in ‘Judge Chandrachud’ Digital Arrest Scam: How a Trusted Name Was Exploited
Overview: A Modern Masterclass in Social Engineering A Mumbai woman became the latest victim of a sophisticated digital arrest scam that exploited the name of a high-profile judge and the fear of legal trouble. The incident, pegged at ₹3.71 crore, underscores how crime groups use social engineering, timing, and authoritative references to bypass routine safeguards.…
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Teacher duped out of RM140,000 by bogus Scam Response Centre officer
Overview of the incident A teacher in Kuala Berang, Terengganu, fell victim to a sophisticated scam last month, losing RM144,152 after being deceived by a man who claimed to be an officer from the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC). Local police said the anonymous caller manipulated the victim, a 56-year-old, into believing an urgent investigation…
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What Happens When You Call a Scammer: Bank Scam Tactics This Christmas
What happens when you call a scammer? Phone scams targeting bank customers have become increasingly convincing, especially around the Christmas season when people are busier and more distracted. When you answer or call back a suspected scammer, you may be drawn into a multi-stage process designed to lower your defenses, collect sensitive information, or install…
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Child Cancer Scam: BBC Eye Exposes Global Deception
Uncovering the scale of a troubling phenomenon In an ambitious joint effort, the BBC World Service’s BBC Eye team partnered with the World of Secrets podcast to investigate a disturbing trend: scams that prey on families affected by child cancer. The investigation reveals how scammers exploit fear, hope, and the urgency of medical decisions, building…