Scams and fraud articles
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Eye on Scams: Rental scams
Consumers are reporting being tricked by rentals that don’t materialize.
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WhatsApp scam: More than 100 arrested in Spain for 'son in trouble' fraud
A gang of scammers stole almost a million euros pretending to be relatives in distress, police say.
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Derry police issue warning after Taylor Swift fan scammed in ticket fraud
It was reported the person saw tickets for sale on an online platform. After contacting the seller and subsequently transferring money to them, the person was blocked and left without any tickets. Inspector Craig said: "Not only does this fraud leave people out of pocket financially, but will also leave them left outside at the doors of concert venues. People think they’re getting the real deal only to find out the money they’ve shelled out is to someone who isn’t genuine." Ticket fraud often...