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Scam Builder Devastates Victims: Survivors Warn Others Of The Shattering Truth
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A couple who endured immense suffering due to a dishonest contractor’s empty pledges regarding their ideal coastal residence claim that thebuilder’s series of devastations has left them and others feeling utterly heartbroken. Michael Anderson, aged 76 and from Porthcawl in southern Wales, received a prison sentence of three and a half years after pleading…
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Scam Builder Devastates Victims: Survivors Warn Others of the Shattering Truth
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A couple who endured immense suffering due to a dishonest contractor’s empty pledges regarding their ideal coastal residence claim that thebuilder’s series of devastations has left them and others feeling utterly heartbroken. Michael Anderson, aged 76 and from Porthcawl in southern Wales, received a prison sentence of three and a half years after pleading…
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Lured by Cheap Durian, I Fell Victim to a Scam – An International Caution
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I bought two durians from a roadside stall for VND50,000 (US$1.93) per kilogram, just half the market price, only to realize I was cheated out of VND100,000 (US$3.85) as the fruits were shortweighted. About one or two weeks back, when I was returning home from work outside the city, I noticed a stall beside…
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Ponzi Schemes: Illusions of Quick Riches – International Edition (English)
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An age-old adage goes: “When falsehood puts on fresh attire, the credulous mistake it for reality.” In Nigeria, this deceptive narrative of quick and effortless riches has been adorned in countless guises—ranging from schemes like MMM to Racksterli, Loom to Ultimate Cycler, and most recently, CBEX. These ventures come dressed up with contemporary style,…
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Smishing: How SMS-Based Phishing Is Growing and Threatening Us
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By Ben TAGOE SMS phishing, often referred to as smishing, has emerged as a prevalent method for cybercriminals to exploit mobile users. These fraudulent messages aim to trick individuals into sharing sensitive data or installing malicious software. Understanding and fighting against smishing attacks is essential for personal and corporate security as mobile devices become…
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Conman Behind £110,000 Scam Jailed: International Edition
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A man was sentenced to jail for conning approximately 70 individuals throughout Scotland out of a sum of £110,000 by deceitfully guaranteeing the construction of garden sheds and summer houses. Alistair Baxter promoted his services online, accepted orders through social media, and collected deposits from individuals in Dunbartonshire, Stirlingshire, Glasgow, and Aberdeen who were…
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Witchdoctor Defrauds Teacher of KSh 600K with Promise of Money Multiplication
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A secondary school instructor was deceived out of KSh 600,930 by a self-proclaimed sorcerer who claimed they could increase his funds. Teacher Edward Bihemo, persuaded by the witch doctor Edward Emmanuel, believed that making regular payments would result in increased wealth. After exhausting all his personal savings in an attempt to increase his wealth,…