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Corruption news — August 15, 2026

Publications tagged with Corruption published on August 15, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

14 publications

  1. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsCorruptionFraud

    Man Arrested for Domestic Violence Against Partner

    A man was arrested for assaulting and threatening his partner in separate incidents across Brazil. In Barra do Piraí (RJ), a man was arrested for violating protective measures and threatening his ex-partner. In Ferraz de Vasconcelos (SP), a man was arrested for attempting to kill his partner with a knife. In Oeiras do Pará (PA), a man was arrested for assaulting his partner with punches and kicks. In Atalaia do Norte (AM), a veterinary doctor was arrested for assaulting and threatening his partner. In João Pessoa (PB), an entrepreneur was arrested for domestic violence against his partner.
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  3. SocietyCorruptionBudgetHealthcareWhite-collarFraud

    Allegations Against 'Ah Lang' (Du Wuqi) at Xianggang Huangjincheng

    Multiple sources report that Du Wuqi, also known as 'Ah Lang', was involved in operating a blockchain stablecoin project called Solulu and had ties to Xianggang Huangjincheng. Allegations include delayed wages, threats, violence, or sexual harassment against employees, loans and uncontactability after project suspension, and other unconfirmed reports.
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  5. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsCorruption

    Finding Family Members Who Go Missing After Being Deported

    Family members returning from abroad who suddenly go missing often leave their families worried about their whereabouts and situation. This can happen if they are taken away by the police upon arrival. The location and status of the person depend on the specific case and police decision. They may be held in a detention center or administrative detention facility. Relatives can inquire using four official methods: contacting the handling police station, checking local platforms, waiting for detention notices, or hiring a lawyer.
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  7. SocietyCorruptionAsiaBudget

    AEE Power Terminates Contracts with Seydou Kane Over 'Attempted Fraud'

    AEE Power EPC has terminated all contracts with Senegalese businessman Seydou Kane following an attempted financial fraud involving 2 to 3 million euros. The deception was uncovered through internal control filters and confirmed by Senegalese tax authorities. The case involves a rural electrification project initially negotiated with ASER and the former regime.
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  8. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionAfricaFraud

    Elderly Woman Scammed Out of Apartment and €61,000 in Durlesti

    A 73-year-old woman from Durlesti sold her apartment and transferred €61,000 to scammers after they posed as police officers and convinced her to make a 'fictitious sale' of her residence. The case was reported to the police on August 13. The scammers had been contacting her for about a month, claiming that a loan had been taken out in her name. The police warn citizens not to transfer money, contract credits, or disclose personal data based on phone calls from unknown persons.
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  9. SocietyLocal GovPeaceCorruptionNorth America

    New Scam Compounds Emerge in Remote Mountain Areas of Myanmar

    BGF/KNU leaders and their sons are constructing large-scale scam compounds in remote mountain areas of Myanmar, with access routes including mountain roads and the Thai border. These compounds are equipped with security measures and are suspected to be housing Chinese citizens. The U.S. government has sanctioned the leaders for cross-border crime, human trafficking, and online scams. After military raids, new sites have been quickly established. Other armed groups have also built and started operating multiple scam compounds in the areas.
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  10. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionFraudJustice

    Lithuanian Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse Against Minors Over 23 Years

    A priest from the Vilnius Archdiocese has been charged with sexual offenses against minors, with allegations spanning over 23 years. The case involves 34 criminal episodes, including sexual abuse, corruption of minors, use of children for pornography, and involvement in alcohol consumption. The priest is accused of crimes against 11 minors aged 12 to 18. The case has been sent to court, and the priest has been removed from his duties.
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  11. PoliticsLawCorruptionInvestigation

    Navigating Interrogation Tactics: A Guide for Analysts

    Interrogation rooms employ various tactics to exploit the information gap between the interrogator and the suspect. These tactics include environmental pressure, information asymmetry, common trap phrases, statement-taking strategies, and fatigue interrogation. Analysts should recognize these tactics, stay calm, avoid confessing based on guesses, carefully check statements, and request breaks during long interrogations. The core of these tactics is information asymmetry, but analysts don't have to confess and should listen, think, and decide before speaking.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsCorruptionMiddle East

    Thailand Seizes Additional Assets Worth 1.15 Billion Baht from Oknha Chy Lim

    On August 13, Thailand's Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) revealed that the Trade Commission has decided to seize an additional 431 assets belonging to Oknha Chy Lim, the founder of the Royal Group. These assets include cash, gold, real estate, and digital assets, valued at approximately 1.15 billion baht. Previously, Thailand had seized assets worth 3.45 billion baht from Oknha Chy Lim, which are currently under court review. In total, Thailand has now seized assets worth approximately 4.6 billion baht from Oknha Chy Lim.
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  13. SocietyCorruptionBudgetWhite-collar

    French Tax Data Breach Affects Over 800,000 Citizens

    Over 800,000 French citizens and professionals have had their tax data compromised following two cyber attacks on the General Directorate of Public Finance (DGFiP) systems in June and July. The stolen data includes names, taxable income references, tax rates, and land registration information. The hacking group 'Zerobytes' claimed responsibility for the attacks, which are part of a series of cyber incidents targeting French government systems in recent months.
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  14. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionArrest

    Stepfather Arrested for Raping and Impregnating 11-Year-Old Stepdaughter

    Sirenio 'N' was arrested for allegedly raping his 11-year-old stepdaughter, Nohemí, who was five months pregnant. The incident occurred in Matamoros, Tamaulipas. The state's Attorney General's Office detained him on Thursday, August 13. The girl's pregnancy was interrupted, and Sirenio 'N' was one of the main suspects. He was handed over to the judicial authority, which will determine his legal status.
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