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Holiday Deals Or Fraud? IRS Issues Warning For These Scams Holiday Deals Or Fraud? IRS Issues Warning For These Scams
Holiday Deals Or Fraud? IRS Issues Warning For These Scams As the holiday shopping season begins, the IRS reminds everyone that it’s not just your credit card balance you need to watch — it’s also your personal information. As part of its ninth annual National Tax Security Awareness Week, the IRS is warning taxpayers about a rise in holiday scams.  The scammers aren’t interested in gifts under your tree; they’re after your Social Security number and financial information instead. Here’s how scammers are getting creative—and how you can stay safe: Phishing Emails: Be wary of emails pretending to be from reputable retailers, shipping companie…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Caretaker Who Faked Cancer Admits To Stealing From Seniors: Bucks County DA Caretaker Who Faked Cancer Admits To Stealing From Seniors: Bucks County DA
Caretaker Who Faked Cancer Admits To Stealing From Seniors: Bucks County DA A Bensalem caretaker who stole from two elderly clients and faked having cancer to delay her court proceedings could spend nearly two years in prison, according to officials.  Shannon Lynn Eberhart, 48, pleaded guilty to financial exploitation and theft charges in March, said the Bucks County District Attorney's Office on Wednesday, July 10.  In her role as caretaker for two seniors, Eberhart stole cash and heirloom jewelry and made unauthorized withdrawals from one of the victim’s bank accounts, prosecutors wrote.  “Shannon’s actions here are unforgivable,” one of the …

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by Mac Bullock
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74-Year-Old Man Defrauded By Delco Duo: Police 74-Year-Old Man Defrauded By Delco Duo: Police
74-Year-Old Man Defrauded By Delco Duo: Police A man and woman in Upper Chichester are wanted for stealing from an elderly man, according to authorities.  Police said the pictured pair approached the 74-year-old victim with a $20 bill and said that he had dropped it.  When the man opened his wallet to check, investigators said the suspects recorded video of his license and bank card. A short time later, a large sum of money went missing from the senior's bank account, police said.  The suspects "had darker complexions and spoke with Eastern European accents," according to authorities.  Anyone who can identify them …

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by Mac Bullock