Chinese entrepreneur runs out of options in bid to regain $500k lost in scam
Couple gave half a million to woman who promised to help them gain residency.
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The man also allegedly secured an $11,800 Covid-19 loan without his client's approval.
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The offender wore a Waste Management uniform and drove a vehicle with the company logo.
‘Money-go-round’ lawyer fails to attend hearing on $150k
Lawyer accused of using his client’s money as his own “personal credit facility”.
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Fake doctor: Middlemore Hospital moves to prevent it happening again
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Rare charge dismissed despite evidence fraudster lied under oath
A King's Counsel says the convicted fraudster has paid a "heavy price" for his crimes.
Fake Middlemore Hospital doctor jailed after treating dozens of patients
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Fugees rapper Pras found guilty of political conspiracy
Prakazrel Michel was accused of funnelling money from a fugitive Malaysian financer.
Appeal delays jail start for disgraced Theranos CEO
Elizabeth Holmes has avoided starting her 11-year prison sentence.
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How a forex broker turned $12m into just $50,000
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Kiwi start-up says open banking could help fight scams
Open banking backer says technology could help with scam-proofing Kiwis.
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The former president's attorney says he was "not only willing but also eager to testify".
Outrage as second Fyre Festival declared
The ‘worst music festival never staged’ is back.
Fleeced: Man loses more than $600 in Waka Kotahi text scam
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A woman who admitted fraud and identity theft has been working at a school.
FTX founder Bankman-Fried charged with paying $40M bribe
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Jo Raphael: Elderly abuse is despicable, predatory and selfish
Because of love and family ties, the elderly are often silent victims.
'Living beyond their means': Jury asks why rest home fraudster's wife wasn't charged
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People 'out of pocket' after Facebook Marketplace scams
“Stop, take a step back, take a deep breath, think about it."
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