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Millions Stolen In Bank Scam Run By York Fraud Ring: PA AG Millions Stolen In Bank Scam Run By York Fraud Ring: PA AG
Millions Stolen In Bank Scam Run By York Fraud Ring: PA AG A multimillion-dollar fraud scheme that drained bank accounts across central Pennsylvania has been dismantled, with 24 people now facing charges, Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Friday, Feb. 28. York resident Jeremy Antuan Boria Fraticelli, 22, is accused of leading the operation, which targeted victims in Cumberland, Dauphin, and York counties, investigators said. Fraticelli and his co-conspirators allegedly posed as bank representatives to trick customers into handing over their private banking information. Once they gained access, they transferred funds into so-called "funnel a…

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by Jillian Pikora
Business
Scammers Impersonating IRS With These Texts: Here's What To Know Scammers Impersonating IRS With These Texts: Here's What To Know
Scammers Impersonating IRS With These Texts: Here's What To Know A new scam is making the rounds, with fraudsters posing as Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents and sending text messages promising a substantial rebate.  The trap is a phishing attempt designed to steal your personal and financial information. What’s Happening? The fraudulent messages claim recipients are eligible for a $1,400 stimulus check, directing them to click on a fake link to “claim” their payment.  How The Scam Works You receive a text message appearing to be from the IRS, stating that you’re owed an Economic Impact Payment and must provide personal information …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Pennsylvania Man Who Stole Dead Classmate’s Identity To Get Passport, Gun Permit Sentenced Pennsylvania Man Who Stole Dead Classmate’s Identity To Get Passport, Gun Permit Sentenced
Pennsylvania Man Who Stole Dead Classmate’s Identity To Get Passport, Gun Permit Sentenced A Philadelphia fraudster who spent decades living under a dead classmate’s identity—scamming his way into a driver’s license, insurance, and even a gun permit—has pleaded guilty, Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Friday, Feb. 7. Anthony Percell, 56, admitted in Philadelphia County Court to stealing the identity of a former classmate who died in 1986 and using it to apply for a concealed carry firearms permit, obtain a Pennsylvania driver’s license, and file a fraudulent workers’ compensation claim, authorities said. Now, he’s headed to prison. Under a plea deal, Percel…

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by Jillian Pikora
Business
Equifax Fined $15M For Inaccurate Credit Scores, Mishandling Disputes: CFPB Equifax Fined $15M For Inaccurate Credit Scores, Mishandling Disputes: CFPB
Equifax Fined $15M For Inaccurate Credit Scores, Mishandling Disputes: Cfpb One of the nation’s largest credit reporting agencies has been fined $15 million for issuing inaccurate credit scores and failing to properly investigate consumer disputes, officials said. Equifax will pay the fine into the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's victims relief fund, the federal agency said in a news release on Friday, Jan. 17. The CFPB's investigation found Equifax ignored critical evidence submitted by consumers disputing inaccuracies in their credit reports. According to the CFPB, Equifax also allowed deleted errors to resurface and relied on flaw…

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by Chris Spiker
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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
Police & Fire
Skimmer Device Placed At Central PA Walmart, Police Seek Suspects Skimmer Device Placed At Central PA Walmart, Police Seek Suspects
Skimmer Device Placed At Central PA Walmart, Police Seek Suspects A skimming device was found at a Walmart in Carlisle, and police are asking for the public's help to identify two suspects, authorities announced on Tuesday, Nov. 19. The device was discovered by a loss prevention employee at the Walmart on 60 Noble Blvd., police said. Surveillance footage shows two male suspects placing the skimmer on a credit card machine at 1:11 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 13, according to Carlisle Police. The suspects reportedly began loading grocery items onto the conveyor belt while the cashier scanned and bagged the merchandise. While the cashier was distracted, the men ins…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Caretaker Accused Of Stealing Up To $200K From Patient For Drugs In Lancaster County Caretaker Accused Of Stealing Up To $200K From Patient For Drugs In Lancaster County
Caretaker Accused Of Stealing Up To $200K From Patient For Drugs In Lancaster County A Lancaster County caretaker is accused of stealing prescription drugs and up to $200,000 from a patient she cared for, authorities said. Jamie Lynn Lloyd, 42, of Lilitz was charged with Dealing in Proceeds of Unlawful Activities, Identity Theft, Financial Exploitation of an Older Adult or Care-dependent Person, Theft by Deception, Criminal Use of Communication Facility, Access Device Fraud, Unlawful Use of Computer and Other Computer Crimes Arrest, according to Manheim Township police. In the spring of 2023, Lloyd began voluntarily helping the victim, including taking them to appointm…

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by Jon Craig