Met Police 999 call answering times slip below target
Met Police answer just 77.5% of 999 calls in 10 seconds, missing a 90% target. Officials urge public to call only for real emergencies after reports of spiders and lost dogs.
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Conman jailed for 17 years in UK's longest romance fraud sentence
A fraudster who targeted single mothers on dating apps, stealing nearly £1 million, has been jailed for 17 years. Read the shocking details of the UK's longest romance fraud sentence.
YouTube Scam Adverts Exposed: Experts Warn of Rise
YouTube users are being targeted by a wave of scam adverts, including fake government grants and explicit content. Experts warn the problem is set to worsen. Here's what you need to know and how to report them.
Thailand seizes $318m in assets in cyber-scam crackdown
Thai authorities seize assets worth over $300m and issue 42 arrest warrants targeting a Chinese-Cambodian tycoon and associates linked to transnational online fraud networks. Read the full investigation.
From puppy scam victim to fraud-fighting app founder
After losing £500 to a fake golden retriever breeder, Kate Margolis co-created Petproov. The app verifies sellers to combat rising UK puppy fraud, which has cost victims over £1 million.
Inside the 'Scam State': A $70bn Industry's Grip on SE Asia
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale cyber scamming, generating billions, has corrupted states across Southeast Asia, creating a new era of illicit 'scam states'. Read the full report.
Scam Centres Double on Thai-Myanmar Border, UN Reports
New satellite imagery shows scam compounds in Myanmar have more than doubled since the 2021 coup. The UN warns Southeast Asia is 'ground zero' for a global fraud industry fuelled by human trafficking.
LAS 999 calls hit New Year's Eve levels as services strained
London Ambulance Service urges public to call 999 only for life-threatening emergencies after receiving over 7,500 calls daily, matching typical New Year's Eve demand. Help ease the pressure.
Black Friday 'Spray and Pay' Parcel Scam Warning
Criminals are exploiting Black Friday shopping confusion with fake delivery texts. Learn how to spot the 'spray and pay' fraud and protect your bank details this Christmas.
Couple used hidden camera to cheat Sydney casino out of $1.18m
A Kazakh couple allegedly used hidden cameras and earpieces to fraudulently win $1.18m from Sydney's Crown casino. Discover how police uncovered their sophisticated gambling scam.
Amazon's Black Friday scam warning to 300M customers
Amazon alerts 300 million customers about sophisticated Black Friday scams including fake messages and AI-generated reviews. Learn how to protect yourself during the festive shopping season.
Leaked Calls Reveal Trump Aide's Kremlin Advice
Explosive leaked audio reveals how Trump aide Steve Witkoff coached Russian officials on winning Trump's favour. Discover the full story and potential sources of the leak.
EastEnders: Lauren's devastating charity scam revealed
EastEnders fans stunned as Lauren Branning loses charity funds in medical scam after son Jimmy's shocking injury. Full spoilers from BBC iPlayer release.
US Senators Demand Meta Scam Ad Investigation
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta's $3.5bn scam ad revenue. Discover how Facebook and Instagram profit from fraudulent advertisements targeting millions.
EastEnders: Lauren Branning Targeted in £3k Baby Scam
EastEnders spoilers reveal Lauren Branning falls victim to a £3,000 medical scam while desperately seeking treatment for baby Jimmy's blindness. Ian Beale issues urgent warnings as danger looms.
Civilisations: Ancient Rome's Lessons for Modern Crises
As BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall explores the British Museum's artefacts, discover what history warns us about being on the brink of disaster. Plus, tonight's TV highlights.
Alice Guo: Chinese scam mayor gets life sentence
Alice Guo, Chinese national who became Philippines mayor while running massive human trafficking operation, sentenced to life imprisonment. Read the shocking details.
AI Christmas Market Hoax Leaves Tourists Locked Out
Tourists flocked to Buckingham Palace after AI-generated ads promoted a fake Christmas market. Discover how this digital deception unfolded and learn to verify travel plans.
Optus fined $826k over mobile security breach
Optus subsidiary Coles Mobile fined $826,320 after scammers exploited weak ID checks, stealing $39,000. NSW also introduces new protest restrictions.
Sabrina Carpenter fan loses £1,500 in ticket scam
A devoted Sabrina Carpenter fan was scammed out of £1,500 for fake London concert tickets. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket fraud and secure legitimate purchases.
AI-Powered Publishing Scam Targets UK Authors
A sophisticated global publishing scam using AI-generated staff and fake testimonials is targeting aspiring authors in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Learn how to protect yourself.
Ghost Broking Scam Targets Young UK Drivers
Young drivers are being targeted by 'ghost broking' scams, losing £2,000 on average for fake car insurance. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
Winter Fuel Payment scam warning for pensioners
Fraudsters are targeting millions of UK pensioners with fake Winter Fuel Payment texts and emails. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself from this government impersonation scam.
Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev freed from prison
Simon Leviev, the conman from Netflix's 'The Tinder Swindler', is released from a Georgian prison after Germany withdrew its extradition request. Discover the full story.
Winter Fuel Payment Scams: Protect Your Pension
Nine million pensioners warned about sophisticated scams targeting winter fuel payments. Learn how to spot fraud, report suspicious texts, and protect your personal information.
Gambling Kingpin She Zhijiang Extradited to China
Chinese businessman She Zhijiang faces extradition to China over alleged illegal gambling empire and links to Southeast Asian scam centres. Read the full details.
Fraudster jailed over UK's £5.5bn Bitcoin seizure
Zhimin Qian sentenced for £5.5bn Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded 128,000 victims. Discover the full story of the UK's largest cryptocurrency seizure.
Conwoman jailed in UK's biggest Bitcoin money laundering case
Zhimin Qian, known as the 'Goddess of Wealth', sentenced to 11 years for laundering £5bn in Bitcoin after orchestrating massive investment fraud. Read the full investigation details.
London NYE Fireworks: Official Ticket Scam Warning
Sadiq Khan and City of London Police warn against fake New Year's Eve fireworks tickets. Only buy from official partner Ticketmaster to avoid scams and inflated prices.
UK phone giants unite to block scam calls
Major UK mobile providers join forces in landmark agreement to combat number spoofing fraud that costs Britons millions annually. New security measures coming 2025.
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