#Fraud
Kildare councillor pleads guilty to fraudulently lodging €200,000 into his account from a housing agency
“This is a serious breach of trust and confidence,” the sitting judge said yesterday.
Couple in Kildare sentenced over 'one of largest welfare fraud cases in the State'
The couple claimed rent allowance to pay off a mortgage that the husband got under a false name.
Gardaí investigate potential Islamic extremist link to €500k invoice fraud against Dublin Zoo Exclusive
A “substantial amount” of the money has been recovered but detectives are now probing the origins of the scam.
Woman who pretended to be widow of Grenfell Tower victim convicted of fraud
She lated claimed her made-up husband had actually survived and taken refuge in a cave
Five people arrested in connection with scam that cost Dublin Zoo €500k
Searches were carried out at properties in Tipperary and Dublin today.
Judge extends sentence suspension so woman who stole €460k can join support scheme
The woman stole the funds from a financial services firm to help keep her ill husband’s business afloat.
Ex-Trump campaign chief hit with more fraud charges
Paul Manafort and his former partner were already indicted for money laundering and tax evasion.
Whistleblowers left frustrated as 'massive backlog' delays investigation of white collar crime
There are not enough gardai with the expertise to investigate this often complex type of crime, according to experts working in the area.
Music teacher claimed €175,000 in welfare while living in €3,000 penthouse apartment, court told
He is repaying €100 a week.
Businesses warned to vigilant as over €700,000 lost in the past month from invoice fraud
Gardaí said today that there had been numerous attempts by scammers to carry out invoice redirect fraud on businesses.
Christmas shopping on the move? Gardaí warn to only shop online when on personal WiFi
In the first six months of this year there has been €16.6 million gross card fraud.
Tennis star Maria Sharapova named in luxury housing fraud probe in India
Prospective buyers were told the complex would house a tennis academy, a clubhouse and a helipad.
'A fraud': Judge rules woman deliberately set trap for other driver in insurance scam
Mr Justice Raymond Groarke said Angela McDonagh set up the claim in an “amateur fashion”.
Man who claimed wife and child died in Grenfell Tower pleads guilty to fraud
Anh Nhu Nguyen claimed £12,500 in financial support after the fire.
Pensioner who stole over €200,000 in State benefits avoids jail
She has been given a suspended sentence.
Man who stole €76,000 in welfare payments while running a successful courier business avoids jail
46-year-old Richard Burbridge committed the offences while operating a courier contract for the Courts Service.
Gardaí urge anyone with evidence relating to false breath test figures to come forward
Gardaí released the statement this evening.
Israel prime minister's wife facing charges of fraud for allegedly overspending public funds
It’s alleged that Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife spent over $100,000 in public funds on private meals at the prime minister’s official residence.
Most people at risk of fraud or hacking through messaging apps, researchers say
Only 14% of people studied were securing their messaging apps properly.
'At least one million votes' were fraudulent in Venezuelan election says polling company
The Attorney General has launched an investigation into what she called scandalous electoral fraud.
US freezes assets of Venezuelan leader Maduro in wake of deadly response to disputed election
At least 10 people died amid violent protests disputing Sunday’s election in the South American country.
London businessman found guilty of selling horsemeat labelled as beef for profit
The businessman was found guilty of fraud after relabelling horsemeat mixed with beef as 100% beef.
Poll: Have you ever fallen victim to a mail fraud or email scam?
Guarding your personal and bank details is essential for modern living, but it’s possible for even the wary to be caught out occasionally.
Female pensioner arrested after 74-year-old man scammed out of thousands of pounds
The man had been the victim of a scam involving alleged Ministry of Justice bank charges.
Man jailed for stealing €175,000 from the BBC to fund 'lifestyle of cars and holidays'
52-year-old Lee Richardson admitted the fraud after being investigated by the London Met Police’s online fraud unit.
Insurers tell court they've uncovered 'organised and sophisticated multi-million euro fraud ring'
Zurich Insurance believe they have uncovered an Eastern European fraud ring behind fake damages claims.
Promoters issue warning as Ed Sheeran tickets pop up on resale websites at inflated prices
Over 300,000 tickets have been sold for the singer’s seven dates in Cork, Galway, Dublin and Belfast.
Change to Leo's campaign: Only those convicted of fraud over €5,000 to have names published
The names will be published on a quarterly basis on the Department of Social Protection’s website.
Organiser of disastrous Fyre Festival arrested for fraud
Hundreds of partygoers — some paying more than $100,000 each — arrived only to find relief-camp style tents and rudimentary sandwiches.
Woman who committed €31,000 worth of welfare fraud sentenced to community service
Patricia Sweeney had forged declaration of unemployment forms in order to carry out the fraud.
Man falsely claimed his wife and son died in Grenfell fire to get money and housing
The 52-year-old was arrested in London.
An extra 1,500 social welfare fraud cases have been reported since start of 'Cheats' campaign
There have been 4,859 reports received by the department since 18 April, compared to 3,322 in the same period last year.
Poll: Would you inform on your neighbours if you suspected they were welfare cheats?
Nearly 20,000 people reported suspicious behaviour last year.
Former Anglo CEO David Drumm found guilty
The trial of the former Anglo CEO has been one of the longest-running in the history of the State.
Leo's department said there was only one identity fraud case this year but there's actually been 11
Sinn Féin has called on the government to end this “dishonest welfare fraud campaign”.
Reports of suspected social welfare fraud double after launch of advertising campaign
Leo Varadkar’s department made €41 million in overpayments due to customer fraud in 2016.
Neymar ordered to stand trial for alleged fraud regarding his transfer to Barcelona
The two clubs involved, the current and former Barca presidents as well as the Brazilian star’s parents have all received a similar order from the Spanish court.
Contractor who 'isn't white collar' gets suspended sentence for €2.5m tax fraud
Patrick Mahony “consistently, knowingly and willfully” filed incorrect VAT returns, Ennis Circuit Court was told.
Tesco to fork out €247 million over accounting scandal
Tesco has reached a deal that will see the company avoid prosecution.
Grandmother with 31 previous convictions admits role in credit card fraud gang
Michelle Butterworth will be sentenced on 10 March.
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