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PHILADELPHIA, PA — This week, a Philadelphia woman was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for orchestrating a scheme to defraud the U.S. government of nearly $2 million through …
Philadelphia Store Owner Sentenced for $2 Million SNAP Fraud Scheme Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A Wilmington man has been arrested following an investigation into allegations of financial fraud totaling approximately $7,000, police announced.
Man Accused of Orchestrating $7,000 Fraud Scheme Arrested in Wilmington Read More
NEWARK, DE — Authorities are requesting assistance from the public in locating a suspect accused of involvement in a February 8, 2024 incident, described as Theft by False Promise.
Have You Seen Him? Newark Police Search for Suspect in Fraud Investigation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Rose Calese Horne, 44, of Levittown, has been sentenced to 18 to 36 months in prison after pleading guilty to posing as a licensed dental professional and …
Fake Dentist Jailed! Unlicensed Assistant Risked Patients’ Lives with Unsafe Procedures Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Francis J. Battista, 39, of Aston, Pennsylvania, was convicted this week on 22 felony charges, including wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and money laundering, for orchestrating a …
COVID Relief Fraudster Stole Millions, Lived Lavishly — Now Faces 316 Years in Prison 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 — With Super Bowl LIX approaching, Attorney General Dave Sunday is cautioning football fans to remain vigilant against scams targeting ticket sales, merchandise, and trip packages. The warning …
Don’t Let Scammers Sack Your Super Bowl Dreams: Essential Tips to Protect Your Tickets, Trips, and Team Spirit! Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Authorities confirmed that a 30-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an alleged attempt to deposit a counterfeit check into his business account.
Businessman Accused of $29K Fake Check Scheme Arrested in Shocking Fraud Case Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dr. Ghodrat Pirooz Sholevar and his company, Nueva Vida Multicultural/Multilingual Behavioral Health, Inc., have agreed to pay $900,000 to settle allegations of Medicaid fraud. The U.S. Attorney’s …
$900K Medicaid Fraud Settlement Exposes Alleged Exploitation of Vulnerable Patients by Philly Doctor Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Federal prosecutors have charged Mary Blakley and Fred Blakley, residents of Lake Havasu City, Arizona, with an alleged scheme involving fraudulent medical claims tied to unapproved technology. …
Arizona Couple Accused of Shocking $300 ‘Smart Chip’ Scam—Could It Have Put Lives at Risk? Read More