Archive for June, 2011
New London Man Arrested In ATM Scam – Patch.com
New London Man Arrested In ATM Scam Patch.com Ahmet Cilek, of 18 Walden Ave., New London, was arrested Monday night and charged with two counts of conspiracy to identity theft, unlawful reproduction of a credit card , fraudulent use of an automated teller machine, third-degree criminal attempt to … Man charged with using ATM skimming device in Darien Stamford Advocate all 4 news articles
Financial Card Fraud Suspect Sought In Columbia County – WJBF-TV
Financial Card Fraud Suspect Sought In Columbia County WJBF-TV The Columbia County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in identifying a man they say used a stolen credit card at the Grovetown Wal-Mart on June 8th. By Columbia County Sheriff's OFfice A North Augusta resident's credit card , issued to him by the US … and more
Tax scam warning – Knox Journal
Tax scam warning Knox Journal Residents are being warned to be alert for tax -related scams in the lead-up to the end of the financial year. Tax commissioner Michael D'Ascenzo said the Australian Taxation Office was aware of a telephone scam in which a caller claiming to be from the … ATO scams do the rounds Computerworld Australia all 4 news articles
Kingsport police search for credit card fraud suspect – Kingsport Times News
Kingsport Times News Kingsport police search for credit card fraud suspect Kingsport Times News By staff report Kingsport police are investigating the theft of a wallet from Gold Star Fitness, 4214 West Stone Drive, and two subsequent attempted credit card frauds. A press release states two credit cards were within in the stolen wallet. … and more
Help find these 4 Mobile credit card, check scam suspects and bring them to … – al.com (blog)
al.com (blog) Help find these 4 Mobile credit card , check scam suspects and bring them to … al.com (blog) MOBILE, Alabama — Mobile police say they still need the public's help in identifying various suspects, one for illegally using a credit card and 3 others for trying to cash checks belonging to other people. The unidentified suspect is wanted for using … and more
Surbiton fraudster jailed for credit card scam – Kingston Informer
Kingston Informer Surbiton fraudster jailed for credit card scam Kingston Informer Detective constable Kunle Iroko of BTP's major incident unit, said: “Searches of their home addresses recovered numerous items related to fraud , including ticket purchase receipts, stolen credit card data and counterfeit credit cards, …
Ohio Credit Unions Hit By Debit Card Fraud, More Than 200 at One CU – Credit Union Times
BankInfoSecurity.com Ohio Credit Unions Hit By Debit Card Fraud , More Than 200 at One CU Credit Union Times Several credit unions in Northeast Ohio, including the Cleveland-based, $311 million Century Federal Credit Union, were affected by a debit card fraud breach that began in April, according to reports from the suburban North … Hundreds report fraudulent bank withdrawals The Register-Guard Cyberthugs can't wait to card you OregonLive.com (blog) YOUR CREDIT RESOURCE: Take only one or two credit cards while on vacation Rapid City Journal KVAL
Ocean County firm is guilty of defrauding IRS – Asbury Park Press
Ocean County firm is guilty of defrauding IRS Asbury Park Press Mid-Atlantic Trustees and Administrators' founder Ronald Ottaviano, 65, of Lewes, Del., and Chief Financial Officer Michael Balice, 61, of Metuchen, also were convicted of mail fraud , wire fraud and tax evasion. The jury verdict came at the end of a … and more
Travel and Tourism Satellite Accounts, 1st quarter 2011
Real spending on travel and tourism increased at an annual rate of 0.6 percent in the first quarter of 2011, following an increase of 2.6 percent (revised) in the fourth quarter of 2010. By comparison, real gross domestic product (GDP) increased 1.8 percent in the first quarter, after increasing 3.1 percent in the fourth quarter. The slowdown in real spending on tourism reflected a downturn in both domestic and international passenger air transportation as passengers faced higher ticket prices. Full Text
The Best GOP Field of Our Lifetimes
When it comes to looking over the 2012 GOP presidential field, a field of unknowns running a toss-up race gives us a first-in-our-lifetime chance to have a real debate among great candidates, and pick the best nominee instead of the latest “anointed one.”
La. couple plead guilty in tax return scam – Westport-News
La. couple plead guilty in tax return scam Westport-News Scott-Landry also pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft charges. Federal prosecutors say Lebeauf abused his law-enforcement position to obtain personal information for prison inmates so his wife could file fraudulent tax returns in their … and more
Wealth workout: one credit card for all borrowers? – Telegraph.co.uk
Wealth workout: one credit card for all borrowers? Telegraph.co.uk The card also boasts enhanced security and fraud protection including free payment protection insurance and a deal with Equifax to provide free alerts should someone apply for credit using your name. There are no introductory 0pc rate deals, … and more
3 charged in credit card fraud ring – Attleboro Sun Chronicle
3 charged in credit card fraud ring Attleboro Sun Chronicle The suspects all face charges of larceny, credit card fraud , conspiracy, receiving stolen property and attempted larceny. Buchanan, who was driving the alleged getaway vehicle, faces an additional charge of driving without a license.
ATO scams do the rounds – Computerworld Australia
ATO scams do the rounds Computerworld Australia One phishing email has a subject line 'Australian Taxation Office and your tax return' and invites people to enter their details online before a refund is issued. Tax Commissioner, Michael D'Ascenzo, warned that during the busy tax season cammers try … and more
Gingrich Campaign Fundraisers Bolt – Fox News
In yet another blow to former House Speaker Newt Gingrich’s presidential campaign, two of his main fundraisers have split from the organization amid accusations of lackluster fundraising and heavy spending. Campaign spokesman R.
Unlikely pair ACLU, tea party win free speech case
A pair of unlikely political allies has succeeded in sinking an ordinance that restricted when and where pamphlets could be handed out in front of a Northern California city library. …
Palisades Park man pleads guilty to ID theft, wire fraud charges – NorthJersey.com
Palisades Park man pleads guilty to ID theft, wire fraud charges NorthJersey.com A Palisades Park man pleaded guilty Monday to identity theft and wire fraud charges after he admitted to stealing nearly $700000 in a series of fraudulent credit card transactions as a member of a large scale Bergen County-based … Men admit roles in Asian ID theft ring that made millions Cliffviewpilot.com all 3 news articles
Woman jailed for credit card fraud – ABC Online
Woman jailed for credit card fraud ABC Online A woman who used stolen credit cards to pay charges of nearly $6000 at an Adelaide service station has been sentenced to 13 months in prison. Verity Christine Wilks, 34, admitted in Adelaide Magistrate Court to 66 counts of deception. … and more
Should Social Security increases be capped at 2% yearly to balance the budget? – Wall Street Journal
Should Social Security increases be capped at 2% yearly to balance the budget? Wall Street Journal What a cheap scam Democrats are. Far cheaper than Republicans – by far. Let's face it. Whatever else is true in the world, the Democrats are a cheap fraud . Maybe not the only cheap fraud – that I concede. But a cheap fraud nevertheless. … and more
TBI crime report shows increased credit card fraud – WBIR-TV
WBIR-TV TBI crime report shows increased credit card fraud WBIR-TV DUI's dropped 13% and drug narcotic violations rose 45% in the time frame of the report. Credit card fraud has skyrocketed increasing by 135%. For more information on what the report found or to read the report for yourself, visit the Tennessee Bureau … and more
St. Tammany Parish deputies warn of tax scam – NOLA.com
NOLA.com St. Tammany Parish deputies warn of tax scam NOLA.com A resident recently reported getting a call about overdue property taxes from someone claiming to represent the “Sheriff's Department,” Sheriff's Office spokesman Capt. George Bonnett said. The caller also told the resident that a new income tax had … St. Tammany Parish sheriff warns of property tax scam FOX 8 News WVUE-TV Sheriff's Office Warns Of Tax Collection Scam WDSU New Orleans all 3 news articles
St. Tammany Parish deputies warn of tax scam – NOLA.com
NOLA.com St. Tammany Parish deputies warn of tax scam NOLA.com A resident recently reported getting a call about overdue property taxes from someone claiming to represent the “Sheriff's Department,” Sheriff's Office spokesman Capt. George Bonnett said. The caller also told the resident that a new income tax had … St. Tammany Parish sheriff warns of property tax scam FOX 8 News WVUE-TV Sheriff's Office Warns Of Tax Collection Scam WDSU New Orleans all 3 news articles
Escaping a scam: Local bankers discuss financial safety – Southeast Missourian
Southeast Missourian Escaping a scam : Local bankers discuss financial safety Southeast Missourian The same goes with anyone calling for your address, Social Security number or mother's maiden name, for example — all of your banks and credit card accounts should already have your personal information, and there is no need for them to request it … and more
Woman sentenced for credit card fraud – Billings Gazette
Woman sentenced for credit card fraud Billings Gazette A woman who used her future father-in-law's credit card without his approval to make more than $5000 in purchases, including items for her wedding, was sentenced Monday. Brittany Marie Sterna-Lanaghan, 20, received a six-year deferred sentence for … and more
Film fundraising was scam, FBI says – Bizjournals.com
Film fundraising was scam , FBI says Bizjournals.com based movie company called Q Media Assets has already pleaded guilty to conspiracy, mail fraud and tax charges in relation to the fraudulent boiler rooms, the FBI said in a press release. One indictment concerns the activities of Cinamour Entertainment …
Credit card companies teach Medicare a thing or two – Mass Device
MD News (press release) Credit card companies teach Medicare a thing or two Mass Device Taking a lesson from credit card company anti- fraud screening strategies, Medicare begins using predictive software to flag suspicious claims. Medicare anti- fraud strategies are getting a serious boost by taking notes from credit card companies. … Medicare Turns to Tech to Get Ahead of Fraud HomeCare Medicare Hires Northrup Grumman For Predictive Modeling Anti- Fraud Project Kaiser Health News CMS to Adopt Predictive Fraud -Fighting Technology July 1 Becker’s ASC Review Bizjournals.com
The Great Tax Holiday Scam – Mother Jones (blog)
The Great Tax Holiday Scam Mother Jones (blog) The whole thing is just a scam . America's corporate tax code needs an overhaul. The way we treat overseas income might need an overhaul too — though doing it properly would require some new regulations that corporations might not like so much. … and more
Newberry Police searching for alleged credit card fraud suspect – WACH
Newberry Police searching for alleged credit card fraud suspect WACH Newberry Police are looking for help identifying a woman they say stole a wallet then went shopping with the credit cards. / Newberry Police Department NEWBERRY (WACH) – Newberry Police are looking for help identifying a woman they say stole a wallet … and more
City council staff sacked for driving licence scam – Herald.ie
City council staff sacked for driving licence scam Herald.ie An internal audit report obtained by the Herald shows a litany of failures in two of Dublin's motor tax offices which allowed staff to go undetected as they provided 28 Irish driving licences to individuals who were not entitled to them. …
Medicare Hires Northrup Grumman For Predictive Modeling Anti-Fraud Project – Kaiser Health News
KXLY Spokane Medicare Hires Northrup Grumman For Predictive Modeling Anti- Fraud Project Kaiser Health News Meanwhile, CNN reports on how “phantom pharmacies” are a new trend in health care fraud . Anyone familiar with the predictive-modeling techniques that allow credit card companies to detect suspicious charges at the cash register might wonder why the CMS … CMS announces Medicare fraud and abuse initiative McKnight’s Long Term Care News all 67 news articles
Contractors Beware HMRC Issues Warning of New Phishing Scam – Crystalumbrella.com
Daily Mail Contractors Beware HMRC Issues Warning of New Phishing Scam Crystalumbrella.com Contractors working through umbrella companies or limited companies may wish to take heed of a recent warning from HMRC- beware a new phishing scam . Timed to coincide with the run-up up to the deadline for tax credits renewals, the fake emails inform … Alert over scam tax rebate emails Belfast Telegraph all 16 news articles
Raising funds for telecom ‘problematic’ post 2G scam: GTL – Moneycontrol.com
Raising funds for telecom 'problematic' post 2G scam : GTL Moneycontrol.com Have you touched base with your investors already to check what exactly is happening especially with regards to the news or fears about some kind of relook on the Indo-Mauritius Tax Treaty? A: No. The Indo-Mauritius tax treaty has not been a matter of … and more
Fraud at senior management level is highlighted in KPMG report – The Guardian
The Guardian Fraud at senior management level is highlighted in KPMG report The Guardian The headquarters of the Financial Services Authority, which has been involved in high-profile white-collar fraud cases. Photograph: Alex Segre/Rex Features When it comes to “white collar” crime, finance directors, chief executives and other senior … and more
Garage trade gets credit card scam warning – HGV Ireland.com
Garage trade gets credit card scam warning HGV Ireland.com The man ordered and paid for 20 tyres using a credit card , and told the retailer that the tyres would be collected the following morning. On Monday of this week, the retailer received a second phone call, this time from a woman with an Irish accent. …
iiNet welcomes Amcom share offload – ZDNet Australia
iiNet welcomes Amcom share offload ZDNet Australia These e… http://ow.ly/1dkPbZ RT @thetechbuzz: There is a scam going around facebook to enable a dislike button DON”T CLICK IT!! http://zd.net/ifwyiE RT @sinboutkaska: Aussies targeted by E- tax scam – There are a number of refund scam emails currently … and more
Meet the credit-card king with $300000 in credit – MarketWatch
Meet the credit – card king with $300000 in credit MarketWatch If he throws in his home-equity line of credit , it's close to $400000. In the age of online hackers and ID theft, a low-tech scam thrives: check fraud . Fake-check scammers have honed schemes to be age-appropriate, preying on young people seeking jobs … Four Safer Ways to Pay Online CIO Magazine all 5 news articles
The Left’s $2 Billion Newsroom — AOL and Huffington Post
The merger of the AOL and Huffington Post websites combined with local outlets, now gives liberals a journalism army that 10,000 people strong.
Nevada Republicans Choose Candidate for Open Congressional Seat Despite Lingering Election Questions – Fox News
Nevada Republicans have chosen their candidate to run in September’s special election to fill the open 2nd district congressional seat but it still remains to be seen whether he’ll be the only GOP candidate allowed in the race. Over the weekend, the state’s Republican committee nominated former chair Mark Amodei as its choice to seek the seat.
Beware Of Scams As Tax Time Looms – Lifehacker Australia
Lifehacker Australia Beware Of Scams As Tax Time Looms Lifehacker Australia That's as fake (and as annoying) as the similar Microsoft call scam . Many will be self-evidently fake (like the pictured example aimed at UK taxpayers), but it's worth reminding friends and relatives not to be fooled.
Saratoga Springs police warn residents of scams – Daily Herald
Saratoga Springs police warn residents of scams Daily Herald The second scam has been folk's soliciting cash/ credit card information for helping the troops overseas. Please do not give cash/ credit card information or any other kind of donations to these folks, or any other scam that may arise, as they are not …
Brazil credit bubble fear as defaults rise
Consumer defaults in Brazil are expected to increase by a third by the end of this year, fuelling concerns over a boom in lending
Brazilians take up slack in luxury yacht market
Ferretti, the Italian luxury yacht builder, is turning to the new super rich of Brazil as sales have slumped to its traditional customers in Europe
Medicare To Boost High-Tech Efforts To Bust Fraud – Kaiser Health News
Medicare To Boost High-Tech Efforts To Bust Fraud Kaiser Health News The Associated Press/The Washington Post: “Tired of paying bogus claims, then chasing the scammers, Medicare announced Friday it is deploying screening technology similar to what's widely used by credit card companies to head off fraud . … and more
Microsoft’s Kinect SDK, Patch Tuesday, Phone Scam Pushback Marked Week – eWeek
Microsoft's Kinect SDK, Patch Tuesday, Phone Scam Pushback Marked Week eWeek “The callers pretend to be from Microsoft and try to sell the victim something, direct them to a specific Website, asked for remote access, to install software, a credit card number, or run a bogus security scan that showed an infection,” Eric Foster, … and more
As weather warms, watch out for home repair scams – Detroit Free Press
As weather warms, watch out for home repair scams Detroit Free Press Instead, the scam artist stole the 74-year-old woman's credit cards after she invited him in. He made more than $200 in purchases before her credit card company called her to verify the gas station and liquor store charges. He's still at large. … and more
Consumers require vigilance to avoid online fraud – STLtoday.com
Consumers require vigilance to avoid online fraud STLtoday.com Under federal law, consumer liability in credit card fraud is limited to $50, although most card issuers charge consumers nothing. It's $50 on debit cards too — as long as you report the fraud within two days of learning of it. …
Bank machinethat sniffs out credit fraud – China Daily
China Daily Bank machinethat sniffs out credit fraud China Daily New customers could talk to the machine to apply for a credit card , with no human intervention required on the bank's end. The machine scans a passport, records fingerprints and takes a three-dimensional scan for facial recognition. …
Car owners fall prey to ATM fraud – Times of India
Car owners fall prey to ATM fraud Times of India RANCHI: If you have recently bought a bottle of car wash liquid or freshner for Rs 30 by using your ATM card, the first thing you should do immediately is to get your debit/ credit card blocked by your bank. Simply changing the PIN number may not be of … and more
Cyberthugs can’t wait to card you – OregonLive.com (blog)
OregonLive.com (blog) Cyberthugs can't wait to card you OregonLive.com (blog) By Brent Hunsberger, The Oregonian AP Photo/Elaine ThompsonA new Fed rule will limit the availability of credit cards to stay-at-home parents, experts say. The latest spate of debit card fraud probably didn't touch your wallet. … and more
Mich. man charged in tax scam will get psych exam – BusinessWeek
Mich. man charged in tax scam will get psych exam BusinessWeek A judge ordered a psychiatric exam Thursday for a southwestern Michigan man accused of collecting tens of millions of dollars in illegal tax refunds. US Magistrate Judge Ellen Carmody ordered the exam with support from the prosecutor and Evan Knoll's … and more