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POTTSTOWN, PA — The North Coventry Township Police Department has issued a felony arrest warrant for Crystal Hickman, a 42-year-old resident of Pottstown, in connection to alleged theft-related offenses.
Have You Seen Her? Police Search for Pottstown Woman Wanted on 24 Theft-Related Charges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A Montgomery County man has been sentenced to three to six years in state prison, with an additional two years of probation, for defrauding homeowners of more …
Homeowner Nightmare: Fraudulent Contractor Scams $156K, Leaves Families in Financial Ruin Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County District Attorney’s Office and Chester County Detectives have announced the arrest of James Vassallo, 55, of Voorhees, New Jersey, on multiple allegations of …
Disgraced Attorney Accused of Stealing Thousands in Shocking Real Estate Scam Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A Philadelphia County man has pleaded guilty to a series of felony charges stemming from an elaborate scheme to steal a classmate’s identity, use it to obtain …
Philadelphia Man Admits to Decades-Long Identity Theft Scheme, Faces Prison and Federal Charges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities (DoBS) significantly expanded its financial education and outreach efforts in 2024, connecting with nearly 35,000 consumers through 279 group presentations …
35,000 Pennsylvanians Armed Against Scams: How Free Financial Programs Are Changing Lives Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Tina Bell, 56, owner and manager of Superior Health, Inc., is facing multiple charges related to alleged Medicaid fraud and neglect of vulnerable individuals. Pennsylvania Attorney General …
Home Care Agency Owner Accused of $1M Medicaid Fraud and Risking Patients’ Lives Read More PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a landmark case highlighting the pervasive nature of white-collar crime, Joseph LaForte and his brother James LaForte admitted guilt in federal court Wednesday to a litany …
Fraudulent Empire Exposed: Brothers Admit to $100 Million Scheme! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a dramatic surge in consumer losses linked to Bitcoin ATM scams, with the total amount lost skyrocketing to over $110 …
Is Your Cash Safe? Discover How Bitcoin ATM Scams Might Be Targeting You! Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrest on Thursday of Joseph Osinski, a McKeesport detective and former financial officer of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge …
McKeesport Detective’s Arrest Unveils Shocking $1 Million Union Theft Allegations Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Michael Salerno, 55, of Mount Laurel, New Jersey, was sentenced on Monday to 37 months in prison for orchestrating multiple fraudulent schemes that defrauded hundreds of investors. …
Fraudster Michael Salerno Sentenced for Elaborate Schemes Read More