Woman stole tens of thousands of dollars from multiple victims in elaborate identity theft scheme, authorities say

A woman has been indicted by a New Jersey state grand jury in the theft of more than $86,000 through an elaborate debit card ...

Tax scams are on the rise. Here’s what to know

Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, with artificial ...

Identity theft costs consumers billions as scammers become harder to detect

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Since the COVID-19 pandemic, fraud and identity theft has cost consumers billions of dollars, topping 12 billion in 2024. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) , ...
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Tax scams surge during filing season as fraudsters refine tactics

IRS impersonation scams using phone calls, emails, or texts are among the most frequently reported tax-season fraud schemes.

Tax scams through the years and what to know this year

The IRS outlines evolving tax scams, from unemployment fraud to social media tax “hacks," and warns taxpayers what to watch ...

Tax scams on the rise in 2026: What you need to know

The Internal Revenue Service released its 2026 Dirty Dozen list of tax scams, warning taxpayers about schemes that threaten personal and financial information.

What Do Identity Theft Protection Services Do, and Are They Worth It?

Odds are good you’ve encountered an identity theft protection service in the last year, even if you weren’t looking to sign ...
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BC tax worker charged with identity theft and fraud

A four-year police investigation has led to charges against a 35-year-old Canada Revenue Agency employee.

Virginia’s Fraud Fight in 2026: What the Latest Efforts Mean for Drivers and Consumers

Scam texts, fake toll notices, and shady calls pretending to be the DMV have become so common that most Virginians can spot them before they finish reading the first line. But the state isn’t ...