Sunday, September 30, 2012

Identity Theft Cases - Sun 9/30/12

In brief: Two facing identity theft charges
The Tribune-Democrat
GREENSBURG — Two people were charged in connection with multiple
incidents of identity theft that netted them more than $28,000 in cash and
merchandise in four counties. State police in Greensburg charged Randy
Petro, 44, of Blairsville, and Paula ...
<http://tribune-democrat.com/local/x403301320/In-brief-Two-facing-identity-theft-charges>

ID scans raise privacy fears
The Age
PEOPLE who have their licences or fingerprints scanned when entering
nightclubs and pubs could be increasing their risk of identity theft or
fraud, Australia's privacy commissioner says. A number of Melbourne clubs
and bars, including Chasers and Crown ...
<http://www.theage.com.au/national/id-scans-raise-privacy-fears-20120930-26tv3.html>

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Identity Theft News - Sun 9/30/12

ID scans raise privacy fears
Stock and Land
PEOPLE who have their licences or fingerprints scanned when entering
nightclubs and pubs could be increasing their risk of identity theft or
fraud, Australia's privacy commissioner says. A number of Melbourne clubs
and bars, including Chasers and Crown ...
<http://sl.farmonline.com.au/news/metro/national/general/id-scans-raise-privacy-fears/2626628.aspx>

Haverford Police Blotter: Unsolved Crimes
Patch.com
Identity Theft at the 1400 block of Kingsley Road on September 19 at 1 p.m.
The victim reported that an unknown person made multiple purchases with her
debit card without her permission or knowledge. Theft at LA Fitness (400
block of West Chester Pike) ...
<http://haverford.patch.com/articles/haverford-police-blotter-unsolved-crimes>

Identity Theft Of $4900 On Man's Credit Card
Patch.com
Latest News. Create a Panera Sandwich, Win $10,000 · Business · Identity
Theft Of $4,900 On Man's Credit Card · Police & Fire. by Pam DeFiglio.
Browse News by Category. Arts · Business · Elections · Government ·
Obituaries · Opinion · Police & Fire ...
<http://niles.patch.com/articles/identity-theft-of-4-900-on-man-s-credit-card>

Crime Report for Sunday, Sept. 30
Fayetteville Observer
Vickie Gaddy Johnson, 45, of the 1400 block of Edgecombe Avenue, was
charged Saturday with identity theft. Bail was set at $10,000. Break-ins.
WILDWOOD DRIVE: 1200 block, reported at 8:34 a.m. Friday, televisions and
remotes taken. SHAMROCK ...
<http://www.fayobserver.com/articles/2012/09/30/1207658?sac=fo.local>

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Identity Theft Laws - Sun 9/30/12

Voter ID laws have value, but won't prevent fraud
The Morning Sun
That's the genesis of voter ID laws. Michigan asks that voters show a photo
ID to vote, but if people don't have one, they may sign an affidavit of
identity and vote anyway. The only exception is if a person has registered
to vote by mail; at their ...
<http://www.themorningsun.com/article/20120929/OPINION01/120929659/voter-id-laws-have-value-but-won-t-prevent-fraud>

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Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Online Scams Identity Theft - 9/18

 How to spot fake coupons and gift cards
ConsumerSearch Productopia (blog)
Countless consumers have been duped by fake gift cards and coupons; finding
themselves victims of credit card fraud and identity theft. In one of the
biggest internet hoaxes to date, some 37,000 unsuspecting Facebook users
tried to score $1,000 IKEA ...
<http://www.consumersearch.com/blog/how-to-spot-fake-coupons-and-gift-cards>

Learn how to scam-proof your life with Resthaven at Home
WHTC
HOLLAND (WHTC) -- Resthaven at Home is sponsoring a conversation about
identity theft, fraud and scams with a special emphasis for senior adults.
... For more information on how to attend contact
becky.israels@resthaven.org or visit Resthaven online.
<http://whtc.com/news/articles/2012/sep/17/learn-how-to-scam-proof-your-life-with-resthaven-at-home/>


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Mortgage Scams Identity Theft - Tue 9/18

Michigan Woman Sentenced to 10-20 Years for Foreclosure Rescue Fraud ...
LoanSafe
Winstanley and her company, TLW Mortgage Solutions, each pleaded guilty on
August 3, 2012 to three felonies for collecting upfront fees while
impersonating a mortgage modification company. “Foreclosure rescue scam
artists attack Michigan homeowners ...
<http://www.loansafe.org/michigan-woman-sentenced-to-10-20-years-for-foreclosure-rescue-fraud-scheme>

We CAN beat crime if we work together
Mortgage Strategy
The latest mortgage fraud estimates have stayed consistent at around £1bn
over the last two years. With that in mind, several of the major lenders
which do not subscribe to Experian were somewhat surprised at the level of
increase – up by 22 per cent ...
<http://www.mortgagestrategy.co.uk/analysis/we-can-beat-crime-if-we-work-together/1057784.article>


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Identity Theft Investment Fraud - Tue 9/18

 AARP hosts 'Scam Jam' to help seniors avoid fraud
Q13 FOX
The Scam Jam, held from 9:30 am to 3 pm at the Criminal Justice Training
Center ... such as Medicare fraud, insurance and investment fraud, identity
theft, ...
<http://www.q13fox.com/news/kcpq-aarp-hosts-scam-jam-to-help-seniors-avoid-fraud-20120917,0,3502078.story>


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Victims of Identity Theft - Tue 9/18

 ID theft a growing problem in Palmetto State
WPDE
South Carolina's senior citizen population keeps going up and Graham said
they are often the victims of identity theft. But she said people on the
other end of the age spectrum are increasingly being targeted, too.
"Children's Social Security cards are ...
<http://www.carolinalive.com/news/story.aspx?id=802021>

Deputies Identify Victim in Moon Lake Attack
Patch.com
Pasco County Sheriff's deputies have released the identity of a brutal
beating the victim of a brutal beating and robbery in Moon Lake. Bobbie Jo
Curtis met the victim on Singlesnet.com and lived with him for a week
before the crime. A 44-year-old man ...
<http://newportrichey.patch.com/articles/deputies-identify-victim-in-moon-lake-attack>


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Social Media Identity Theft - Tue 9/18

 UK's First Social Media Insurance launched
PC Advisor
Anyone that has suffered as a result of having their identity stolen or a
third party taking over their accounts will know that this can be a
distressing and arduous process to put right. We've got the solution.”
“This is a unique piece of consumer ...
<http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/news/social-networks/3381645/uks-first-social-media-insurance-launched/>


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