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Fraud news — August 15, 2026

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

13 publications

  1. SocietyDefenseWhite-collarFraud

    Police Personnel Honoured with President’s Medals on Independence Day

    Several police personnel across India have been honoured with the President’s Police Medals for Distinguished Service and Meritorious Service on the occasion of Independence Day. DIG Gambhir Singh Chauhan, Commandant Santosh Bahadur Singh, Inspectors Akhilesh and Mukesh Kumar Sharma from NDRF, CRPF DIG M Dinakaran, and 20 Tamil Nadu Police personnel including ASPs K. Ramachandran, J. Vijai Anand, and S. Kumar, and Chhattisgarh SSP Shashi Mohan Singh were among those awarded. The medals recognise their exemplary dedication and service to the nation.
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  2. 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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  6. SocietyMiddle EastWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    Poland Thwarts Russian Assassination Plot Against US-Ukrainian Citizen

    Polish authorities have arrested a Russian national who was allegedly planning the assassination of a US and Ukrainian citizen on behalf of Russian intelligence services. The target was described as 'inconvenient for the Putin regime'. This is the first known case of Russia preparing an assassination attempt against an American citizen on the territory of a NATO country. The operation was thwarted with the involvement of US intelligence agencies.
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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. SocietyAfricaNorth AmericaUkraineFraud

    Over 80 Thai Job Seekers Scammed in Canada and Finland Fruit Picking Job Scheme

    More than 80 people in Thailand have filed complaints alleging a recruitment company defrauded them of over 20 million baht with promises of fruit-picking and packing jobs in Canada and Finland. The victims, from various provinces, paid fees for visa processing and currency exchange, only to find the company's office deserted and no flight tickets provided before their scheduled departure. Many had borrowed money to pay the fees and are now in debt.
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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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  13. SocietyPublic HealthHealthcareFraud

    FDA Upgrades Egg Recall to Highest Risk Level Due to Salmonella

    The FDA has upgraded a recall of over 1.5 million cartons of eggs to its highest risk level due to a salmonella contamination risk. The recall affects eggs sold under various brands in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Mississippi. The recall was initiated by Midwest Poultry Services after routine environmental testing discovered the contamination. Consumers are advised to check their purchases and return or discard affected products.
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