Tag: fraud
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Career Shoplifter Caught After $35,000 Crime Spree
A career shoplifter, wanted for over $35,000 in thefts across the lower North Island, was arrested yesterday after being reported for erratic driving. She faces multiple charges in Whanganui District Court.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesEconomy ShopliftingNew Zealand PoliceWhanganui District CourtLower North IslandRetail theftFraudWainuiomata
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‘Think again’: Police send strong message to visitors scamming Kiwis
A UK national is in custody for a $27,000 painting scam in Auckland, while his associate fled. New Zealand Police warn foreign scammers that the country is not a soft target, with offenders facing jail and deportation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalEconomySocial IssuesImmigration FraudScamsAucklandNew Zealand PoliceAndrew Yeshua GlaubermanThomas Jay TaylorConsumer Protection
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Teenager Arrested Following Spate of Vehicle Thefts and Burglaries Across Canterbury
New Zealand Police have arrested an 18-year-old man facing over 20 charges linked to a series of opportunistic vehicle thefts, burglaries, and fraudulent bank card purchases across the Canterbury region.
Law EnforcementLegalAustralasia CrimeNew Zealand PoliceCanterburyVehicle TheftBurglaryFraud
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Former Travel Agent Sentenced for $62,000 Fraud
A Waihi woman has been sentenced to 13 months home detention for defrauding employers and acquaintances of over $62,000. The Auckland City Financial Crime Unit investigated the case.
LegalLaw EnforcementBusinessSocial IssuesEconomy FraudAuckland City Financial Crime UnitWaihiSentencingHome DetentionTheftNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand's Financial Advice Sector Sees Growth, Faces Scams and Misconduct
The FMA reports an 8.4% increase in financial advisors, totaling 9,184, and a 90% surge in digital advice usage. However, the sector is grappling with rising scams and fraudulent activities, prompting increased vigilance.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalScience & TechnologyFinancial MarketsEconomyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetSocial Issues Financial AdviceFinancial Markets AuthorityFMAScamsFraudRegulatory ReturnsInvestmentNZ Financial Markets Authority
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Waitematā Police Warn Businesses of Fraudulent Activity
Waitematā Police are alerting businesses to a surge in fraudulent activities involving scammers ordering goods via phone and using Uber drivers for pickup. They advise strict verification processes.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesBusinessAustralasia WaitematāfraudbusinessesUberscamNew Zealand PoliceMark Renfree
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Police Warn of Scammers Targeting Vulnerable
Counties Manukau Police are alerting the public to ongoing scam attempts to obtain banking details from elderly and vulnerable individuals, urging vigilance and caution.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal scammersCounties Manukau Policebanking detailsfraudmoney launderingNew Zealand Policevulnerable people
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Man Arrested in Long Bay on 41 Fraud Charges
A 34-year-old man has been arrested in Long Bay following a complex investigation into credit card fraud across New Zealand, involving losses exceeding $68,000.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues FraudArrestLong BayNorth Shore District CourtCredit Card FraudWaitematā EastNew Zealand Police
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Whangārei Police Warn of Fraud After Elderly Couple Loses Thousands
Whangārei Police are investigating after an elderly couple was defrauded of tens of thousands of dollars. Authorities urge vigilance and advise against sharing personal or banking details with unsolicited contacts.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Whangāreifraudpolicefinancial crimeShane PilmerEFTPOSbankingNew Zealand Police
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International Scam Artist Jailed in New Zealand
A 32-year-old man has been sentenced to jail in Christchurch, New Zealand for scamming hotels and individuals internationally, posing as a UN official and other roles.
Law EnforcementWorldLegalUnited KingdomAsiaEuropeSocial Issues ChristchurchfraudscamInterpoltheftfinancial crimeNew Zealand Police
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Luxury Shopping Spree Foiled as Alleged Text Scammer Faces Fraud Charges
A woman is in custody after allegedly using a text scam to fund a luxury shopping spree in Newmarket. Police are investigating after retailers became suspicious of the woman's attempts to make high-value purchases.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AucklandNewmarketfraudscamcrimeNZ PolicecybercrimeNew Zealand Police
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More Victims Identified in Tasman Fraud Case
Tasman Police identify more potential victims in a fraud case after a couple's arrest. Ten victims have now been identified and the pair will reappear in court on August 25.
Law EnforcementLegal Tasman DistrictfraudarrestChristchurch District CourtWanakafirearmsOrganised CrimeNew Zealand Police
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Couple Charged with $1M Fraud, Posing as Cancer Patients
A couple has been charged with defrauding a person of $1,044,500 over two years, allegedly using the funds for a lavish lifestyle after falsely claiming the money was for cancer treatment.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal fraudTasman Organised Crime UnitWanakaQueenstown District CourtGreymouthNew Zealand PoliceFinancial Crime
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Auckland Police Seize $6,000 in Fake Cash, One Arrest Made
Police in Auckland have seized $6,000 in counterfeit cash and arrested a 26-year-old man after investigating fraudulent Facebook Marketplace purchases. The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests are possible.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesBusinessLegal AucklandCounterfeit currencyFacebook MarketplaceCounties Manukau WestPam DravitskiFraudNew Zealand Police
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Ex-Financial Advisor Admits Theft of $1.7M from Elderly Clients
Murray McClune, a former financial advisor, pleads guilty to theft after misappropriating $1.7 million from elderly clients, using the funds for personal purposes.
BusinessLegalFinancial MarketsLaw Enforcement Financial Markets AuthorityMurray McClunetheftfinancial advisorMargot GatlandfraudsecuritiesNZ Financial Markets Authority
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FMA Releases Financial Conduct Report, Outlining Key Priorities for the Year Ahead
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has released its Financial Conduct Report, outlining key priorities for the financial sector. The report details conduct risks and opportunities the FMA will address over the next 12 months.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentFinancial MarketsEconomyBankingLegal Financial Markets AuthorityFinancial Conduct ReportSamantha Barrassfinancial regulationinvestmentfraudfintechNZ Financial Markets Authority
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Fake Police Scam Resurfaces in New Zealand
New Zealand Police warn of a resurgence in scammers posing as officers making cold calls. The public is urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious calls.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues New Zealand Policescamcold callsWaitematā CIBBen Berginfraudpolice
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Man Arrested for Alleged Facebook Marketplace Scams Totaling $150,000
A man has been arrested in Massey, New Zealand, for allegedly scamming people on Facebook Marketplace, using fake IDs and bank transfers to steal over $150,000 worth of goods.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalMedia Facebook MarketplacescamsarrestfraudWaitematā West Tactical Crime UnitMasseyWaitākere District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Wellington Police Warn of Card Skimming Surge
Wellington Police are warning the public about a rise in card skimming incidents, with victims losing thousands of dollars. Police are urging people to check ATMs for tampering.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Wellingtoncard skimmingATMfraudCrime StoppersPINNZ Police
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Media Monitor: Couple Conned Gov't Agency Out of Millions, RNZ Reports
RNZ reports a property manager at Oranga Tamariki and her husband defrauded the government agency of over $2 million through a construction company with questionable paperwork.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportLaw EnforcementLegal RNZNeha SharmaOranga TamarikifraudDivine ConnectiongovernmentcrimeRNZ News
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Police Seek Amiria Wall for Fraud in Auckland Region
Amiria Wall, 43, is wanted by police for fraud offenses and believed to be in Auckland. Anyone with information is asked to contact police, quoting reference number 240813/5477.
Law EnforcementLegal Amiria WallfraudAucklandarrest warrantNew Zealand PoliceAuckland RegionNZ Police