Elder fraud news
Tracking the scams hitting older Americans hardest — grandparent calls, fake romance, refund pop-ups, and DOJ Elder Justice prosecutions. Updated daily.
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Salazar, Casten Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Seniors from Financial Fraud and Crypto ATM Scams
salazar.house.gov · 3 months ago
Scam targeting elderly Pelham woman highlights surge in fraud targeting seniors
unionleader.com · 3 months ago
New federal strategy targets elder fraud as reported losses hit $8B
mcknightsseniorliving.com · 3 months ago
Elder abuse awareness: Financial scams target Suncoast seniors
mysuncoast.com · 3 months ago
To fight elder fraud, a top Utah law enforcer is meeting with seniors around the state
utahnewsdispatch.com · 3 months ago
Texas State Securities Board Warns Fraudsters Targeting Seniors Will Face Enforcement Action
texasborderbusiness.com · 3 months ago
Broome County hosts World Elder Abuse Awareness Day expo to combat scams targeting seniors
wbng.com · 3 months ago
BBB Tuesday: Financial exploitation of seniors & how families can help
whnt.com · 3 months ago
Elder Abuse Awareness Day highlights financial scams targeting older adults
wbay.com · 3 months ago
Scam targeting elderly Pelham woman highlights surge in fraud targeting seniors
unionleader.com · 3 months ago
San Diego teens expand senior scam workshops around the world
Del Norte High School students Neil and Rohan Chandra created StayCyberSafe to teach seniors how to recognize and avoid scams.
google.com · 16 days ago
Law to protect seniors from fraud goes into effect this month
FBI data shows scammers are getting more sophisticated in cheating older people out of millions every year.
google.com · 16 days ago
5 Warning Signs of a Medicare Scam
Medicare scams are everywhere. From phone calls about benefits to strangers asking for your Medicare number, learn the telltale signs of fraud.
google.com · 16 days ago
Two individuals accused of participating in fraud scheme targeting elderly individuals plead guilty
Two people who were arrested earlier this year in connection with an alleged fraud scheme targeting elderly individuals both pleaded guilty to felony...
google.com · 16 days ago
Here's a list of the individuals, including James Comey, targeted by the Trump administration
The DOJ's second attempt to indict ex-FBI Director James Comey is the latest salvo in what critics call a campaign of retribution on the part of the Trump...
google.com · 16 days ago
MARIANNETTE MILLER-MEEKS: Protecting seniors from scammers
Scammers are constantly finding new ways to target seniors and steal their hard-earned money, personal information, and financial security.
google.com · 16 days ago
Federal and State Law Enforcement Raise Alarm About Financial Exploitation Targeting Older Adults in New Hampshire
news.rochesternh.gov · 3 months ago
Ohio Department of Commerce Highlights Financial Exploitation on Elder Abuse Awareness Day
littermedia.com · 3 months ago
‘Elder abuse’ event helping Clearfield County seniors avoid scams, financial exploitation
wtaj.com · 3 months ago
Santa Clara County offers residents tips to avoid scammers
sanjosespotlight.com · 3 months ago
Verona Financial Advisor Convicted Of Elder Fraud
myveronanj.com · 3 months ago
Chinese national sentenced in conspiracy to defraud elderly victims
alachuachronicle.com · 3 months ago
Chinese National Living in Apopka Sentenced in Elder Fraud Scheme Targeting Florida Seniors
floridadaily.com · 3 months ago
States push sweeping elder care reforms amid abuse scandals
msn.com · 3 months ago
Montgomery County raises awareness about elder abuse and scams
mymcmedia.org · 3 months ago
Panel shows seniors are often targets of fraud and abuse scams
mainstreetdailynews.com · 3 months ago
Officials warn seniors about imposter scams targeting the elderly
unfilteredwithkiran.com · 3 months ago
Florida seniors scammed out of home, life savings; DCF not helping
tcpalm.com · 3 months ago
AG Wilson Announces Plan to Bolster Ohio’s Fight Against Romance Scams Targeting Older Adults
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson today revealed plans for a statewide initiative to enhance Ohio's response to romance scams and similar...
ohioattorneygeneral.gov · 2 months ago
Hunting the Fraudsters: Florida’s Ashley Moody Joins New Senate Task Force To Claw Back Taxpayer Cash
Florida Senator Ashley Moody has officially teamed up with a newly launched congressional oversight unit to track down stolen or mismanaged federal funds.
tampafp.com · 2 months ago
Lead Defendant and 10 Others Plead Guilty in $65 Million Multinational Fraud Ring Targeting Thousands of Seniors
SAN DIEGO – Hua Wang pleaded guilty in federal court today, admitting his involvement in a $65 million multinational fraud and money laundering scheme...
justice.gov · 2 months ago
President's Message: The Growing Threat of Elder Fraud
David B. Rausch, IACP President. Person wearing a dark blue suit jacket with a white dress shirt and bright yellow tie David Rausch, IACP President.
policechiefmagazine.org · 2 months ago
House Passes Bill to Shield Seniors From Fraud Scams
As fraud continues to rise at an alarming pace, the U.S. House of Representatives has taken a decisive stand against elder financial abuse with the...
wealthmanagement.com · 2 months ago
State warns of life insurance fraud ring targeting elderly
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is warning people about a recently detected fraud ring that is signing up people for life insurance without...
thenewsguard.com · 2 months ago
How scams and exploitation start — and what you can do about it
Scams targeting older adults can start with a friendly face, a helpful offer and a gradual erosion of boundaries. Learn how to spot the signs and intervene.
wcax.com · 2 months ago
State warns of life insurance fraud ring targeting elderly
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is warning people about a recently detected fraud ring that is signing up people for life insurance without...
polkio.com · 2 months ago
7 Best Identity Theft Protection Services of July 2026
We review the seven best id theft protection services, including Aura, Best Overall; LifeLock, Best for Families; EverSafe, Best for Seniors.
money.com · 2 months ago
How scams and exploitation start — and what you can do about it
Scams targeting older adults can start with a friendly face, a helpful offer and a gradual erosion of boundaries. Learn how to spot the signs and intervene.
witn.com · 2 months ago
Ohio must do more to protect its seniors | Opinion
Opinion: Elder abuse and financial exploitation are growing threats across Ohio.
cincinnati.com · about 2 months ago
Couple charged in alleged $100K scam targeting elderly woman, held on ICE detainers
An alleged scam targeting an elderly Hardin County woman has grown into a wider investigation involving federal agencies after police say a Kountze...
kfdm.com · about 2 months ago
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