#Fraud
Consumers warned about new online scam advertising cheap flights
Consumers are advised not to use public Wi-Fi when buying things online, and to ensure ‘https’ is before the website address.
Fraud offences increase by a third while sexual assaults and drug offences also on the rise, figures show
Homicide and burglary offences have fallen in the past 12 months.
Businesses warned of new payroll scam targeting employee salaries during busy Christmas season
The Banking and Payment Federation Ireland also warned of scam invoices being sent to businesses.
Two people arrested at Dublin Airport as part of investigation into cyber fraud
A sum of money, phones and a laptop were also seized during the operation.
Public warned to be vigilant as business loses over €200k in invoice fraud scam
In recent weeks, there has been a “noticeable increase” in this type of crime, according to gardaí.
Two men due in court over series of ATM fraud incidents in Dublin
The ATM attacks were carried out in a number of areas including Drogheda, Swords and Blanchardstown.
'Money mule' recruiters tricking Irish third-level students into handing over bank details
Spikes in money mule recruiting activity are often seen at the start of new terms, according to experts in the field of fraud.
Two men facing charges of allegedly scamming €15,000 from two elderly ladies in Cork
Gardaí issued a warning for those who suspect they have been victims of bogus traders.
Passport Service 'closing down avenues' of fraud with over 300 passports revoked since 2016
The Passport Service has invested “substantial resources” in tackling fraud since 2017.
Fraud and drug offences on the up, but number of murders decreases
The CSO has released the latest statistics of crimes recorded by gardaí.
An Post issues warning over scam text messages
An Post has denied that people received the text due to customers’ data being compromised.
Dozens of young women duped into money laundering scheme at Irish music festivals
On average, there are 1,600 cases of money muling reported by Irish banks each year.
Football agent among two arrests made in transfer fraud raids linked to Premier League deal
The police investigation has resulted in seven raids across Belgium, Monaco and London.
Gardaí warn public over text message scam seeking to gain personal bank details
People are being asked to contact their bank immediately if they believe they have been scammed.
HSE is carrying out multiple investigations into pharmacy prescription fraud claims
The majority of these investigations centre around the practice known as phased dispensing.
HSE launches fraud probe into pharmacy after allegations of false prescriptions scam Exclusive
The HSE is checking receipts as far back as 2013.
Man arrested in Garda crackdown on €29m VAT fraud scheme
Gardaí are working with police in the UK as part of the investigation.
Two men jailed for inducing dozens to invest in €5.5 million forestry scam
Garret Hevey (43) and David Peile (42) were involved in Arden Forestry Management (Arden FM).
Dutch man who falsely claimed €200k in social welfare while outside Ireland is jailed for four years
Letters sent to his house in the Dublin 15 were redirected to his address outside the country.
Bank of Ireland warns customers over phishing text scam
People have been receiving text messages claiming to be from Bank of Ireland.
Imitation firearms, smart phones and computers seized by gardaí in Dublin area
Gardaí have been investigating fraud related insurance ghost brokering activities throughout the State.
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Criminals are using CEOs' social media posts to trick employees into handing over money
Gardaí today warned of a significant increase this year in cases of invoice redirect fraud and what is know as ‘CEO fraud’.
Fake heiress who conned New York's elite sentenced to up to 12 years in prison
Ana Sorokin traveled free of charge on private jets and lived for months at luxury hotels without paying the bill.
Hundreds of people affected by a dozen websites offering 'fast and easy' loans
Gardaí estimate that between 800 to 1,000 people have been affected by “advance fee fraud” in recent months.
New York socialite who falsely claimed to be an heiress convicted of stealing over $200,000
Anna Sorokin deceived friends and financial institutions into believing she had a fortune.
Three men arrested as part of investigation into organised crime gang
A large amount of fraud paraphernalia was found at the property in Co Donegal.
'Money mule' warning issued by gardaí as €2 million fraud investigation gets underway
The practice involves criminals recruiting people to help launder stolen or illegal money.
Trump's ex-campaign chief sentenced to almost four years in prison
Paul Manafort was jailed for tax crimes and bank fraud.
'They sound genuine': Gardaí warn about broadband phone scam
Gardaí are warning people to be on the alert to a phone scam in which fraudsters claim to be calling from utility companies.
Elderly woman pressured into buying 12 chainsaws, 11 generators and 7 power washers
Gardaí have issued fraud advice to the public following the incident.
Romanian gang members flee Ireland despite surrendering passports Exclusive
They were due back before the courts two months ago.
Woman in her 70s swindled out of £45,000 in 'absolutely despicable' scam
People have been urged to talk to older members of their families about scams.
Wicklow teen allegedly laundered money for criminal gang after being approached on social media
The teenager said she didn’t know what she was doing was illegal.
Gardaí release photos of phones after three men charged over theft and fraud offences in Dublin
All three men are due to appear before the Criminal Courts of Justice at 10.30am this morning.
Criminals are using social media to recruit Irish students as 'money mules'
Advertisements for “get rich quick” or fake jobs on Facebook are being used to dupe people, gardaí said.
Over 300 cases of social welfare fraud reported to gardaí last year
Social welfare fraud totalled €38.4 million in 2017, down from €41 million in 2016.
Man jailed for six years after falsely claiming over £100,000 in benefits for Grenfell Tower victims
Sharife Elouahabi claimed a total of £103,475.60 in accommodation and financial benefits.
Revenue warns of new tax refund scam targeting people's bank details
Revenue said it’s become aware of a new email and text messaging scam.
Elon Musk and Tesla fined €34.4 million, Musk to step down as chairman over fraud charges
The controversial founder of the electric car manufacturer will remain as chief executive however.
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