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Border Patrol
On June 12, a federal jury convicted a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer of crimes related to a meth for bribes scheme, according to a U.S. Attorney, Southern District of California press release.
Racketeering
Two major bombshells have shaken up the world of professional tennis, and they may change the sport’s future for years to come.
Corrections Officer
Three corrections officers, a program counselor, a contractor, and a former inmate at Rikers Island have been booked on charges related to corruption and bribery, according to an April 9 statement by the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
Political Figures
Whether politicians are becoming more or less corrupt is open to debate. What is clear is that officials are being prosecuted for national security violations in unprecedented numbers.
Bribery
A former hotel manager of a U.S. Army hotel in South Korea pled guilty to charges of theft, conspiracy, and bribery, according to a Department of Justice press release dated March 13, 2024.
Negligence
The U.S. military failed to follow mandatory security measures designed to protect sensitive equipment provided to the government of Iraq, according to an unclassified report released by the DOD Inspector General (IG) in mid-March 2024.
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Medical Fraud – What You Need to Know
It’s a crime that costs Americans billions. An offense that endangers lives. And no one is immune from the effects of these unlawful acts– they literally affect each and every one of us. The crime is medical fraud.
Sextortion… How to Navigate It and Deter Further Attempts
Sextortion is a newer form of crime where scammers use explicit photos, personal allegations, or other sensitive material to extort money from their victims. People from all walks of life have been targeted for sextortion– women and men, young and old. It’s important to remember that being targeted by sextortion fraudsters doesn’t mean you’ve done […]
Can the FTC Stop the Scammers Coming for Your Money?
Not everyone has fallen victim to a scam, but everyone has been the target of an attempted scam.