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Fraud news — August 1, 2026 - Page 8

Publications tagged with Fraud published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 8 of 17.

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  1. SocietyBillCorruptionNorth AmericaFraud

    Ollanta Humala Freed: Constitutional Court Annuls Money Laundering Conviction

    The Constitutional Court of Peru has annulled the entire criminal process against former President Ollanta Humala for aggravated money laundering, leading to his immediate release from prison. The court ruled that the facts imputed did not constitute a crime under the legislation in force at the time they occurred. The decision nullifies the 15-year prison sentence and all previous judicial resolutions. Humala's father, Isaac Humala, criticized the judicial system and expressed relief at his son's release.
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  4. SocietyIndictmentArrestFraud

    Minor Arrested for Armed Robbery at Podgorica Betting Shop

    A 17-year-old minor was arrested for robbing a sports betting shop in Podgorica, threatening staff with a knife and stealing around 365 euros. The Podgorica police quickly identified and located the suspect, who was also wanted for several previous criminal offenses including theft and armed robbery. The Basic State Prosecutor's Office ordered the minor's detention for up to 72 hours due to suspicion of committing the crime of armed robbery.
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  7. SocietyFraudJusticeRural

    NBA Star Tari Eason Seeks Protection Order Against Ex-Girlfriend

    Houston Rockets power forward Tari Eason has filed for a restraining order against his ex-girlfriend, Marilyn Maritza Melo Rodriguez, alleging she physically assaulted him, destroyed roughly $92,000 worth of his clothing, and threatened to kill him. Eason claims Rodriguez punched him in the face and poured liquid bleach over his designer clothes after an argument. He is seeking protection from her, including preventing her from approaching him, his home, workplace, and NBA games in California.
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  9. SocietyOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    Former CSU Bakersfield Coach Kevin Mays Sentenced to Four Years for Pimping, Child Pornography

    Former Cal State Bakersfield assistant basketball coach Kevin Mays has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading no contest to charges of pimping, possessing youth or child pornography, and drug possession while armed. The 33-year-old, who played for the Roadrunners from 2014-2016, was arrested in September 2025 following an investigation into allegations he was serving as a pimp across multiple states. Police found 28 videos of child pornography on his phone and seized firearms and drugs from his residence. Mays will also be required to register as a sex offender and pay restitution to an unidentified victim.
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  12. SocietyCivil RightsCorruptionConstitutionFraud

    Thiago Medina Denies Sexual Abuse Allegations by Cousin

    Thiago Medina, former participant of Gran Hermano, has been accused of sexual abuse by his cousin Lara Agustina Ledesma. Ledesma claims the incident occurred when she was 13 and Medina was 17. Medina has categorically denied the allegations and made himself available to the justice system. The case is now in the hands of the Fiscalía de Responsabilidad Penal Juvenil N° 2.
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  15. SocietyOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    Grenade Explosion During Drug Traffickers' Drone Training in Rio's Penha Complex

    A grenade exploded during a training session involving drug traffickers and drones in the Penha Complex, Rio de Janeiro. The incident occurred at a property where members of the Red Command were having a barbecue. Police believe the grenade was fired using a drone. This explosion follows a series of similar incidents involving drones used by criminal organizations in Rio de Janeiro.
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  17. SocietyLocal GovProtestHealthcareFraud

    Lindsay Clancy Trial: Mother Accused of Killing Children Struggles with Postpartum Psychosis

    Lindsay Clancy, a 35-year-old former nurse, is currently on trial for the murder of her three children, ages five, three, and seven months. Clancy's defense argues that she was suffering from postpartum psychosis at the time of the incident. Postpartum psychosis is a rare condition characterized by hallucinations and delusions, affecting one to two women per 1,000 births worldwide. It requires immediate medical attention and proper treatment for the safety of both the mother and her children.
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  21. SocietyCorruptionWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    Ricardo Roa Leaves Ecopetrol Amid Scandals and Legal Issues

    Ricardo Roa, the former president of Colombian state oil company Ecopetrol, stepped down on July 30, 2026, amidst multiple scandals and legal investigations. His departure comes after a leave of absence and coincides with ongoing criminal causes, an electoral sanction, and multi-million dollar embargoes. Roa's tenure was marked by controversies such as alleged irregularities in Gustavo Petro's 2022 presidential campaign, the purchase of an apartment linked to suspected influence peddling, and a USD 5.8 million contract with Covington & Burling LLP that generated discomfort within the board of directors. Despite these issues, Roa highlighted progress in the energy transition during his time at Ecopetrol.
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  24. SocietyLocal GovHealthcareFraud

    Mufti Perlis Wins Defamation Lawsuit, Awarded RM250,000

    Mufti Perlis Datuk Dr Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin has won a defamation lawsuit against Mohd Nawawi Abdul Razak, owner of a Facebook account that published defamatory statements linking him to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH). Judge Rihaida Rafie awarded RM250,000 in damages, with interest at 5% per annum until full payment, and costs of RM50,000. The defendant is also ordered to apologize and remove the defamatory statements.
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