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Fraud news — September 21, 2026

Publications tagged with Fraud published on September 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

15 publications

  2. SocietyFraudJustice

    Muslim Man Acquitted for Strangling Girl While High on Marijuana

    A Toronto judge acquitted a Muslim man, Ahmed Beig, of strangling a 7-year-old girl while shouting 'Allah' in August 2023. Beig was found not guilty due to automatism caused by smoking an unfamiliar strain of marijuana, which induced a 'psychotic' state. He had left his house naked, wrapped in a towel, before attacking the girl. Psychiatrists testified that Beig's actions were not conscious or related to mental illness.
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  4. SocietyWhite-collarFraudLaunderingCyberattack

    6th Grade Girl Sexually Assaulted in Delhi Shop, Accused Arrested

    A 10-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in Delhi's Sadar Bazaar area after she was restrained and her hands and legs were tied inside a shop. The incident occurred on the night of September 16 while the girl was out to buy stationery. The 56-year-old accused, identified as Maksood, was arrested and charged under sections related to rape, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and wrongful confinement.
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  6. SocietyCorruptionAsiaFraud

    Fraudulent Forex and Gold Platform Exposed

    A group member reveals that a domestic forex and gold platform, MT4, is being used as a cover for a fraudulent collective investment scheme. Registered in 2024 as KVB, the company has already illegally defrauded and collected over 6 billion yuan, with weekly deposits reaching $80 million. High-end gifts worth $50 each were given to VIP members, existing customers, and agents during the Mid-Autumn Festival. The whistleblower, who worked at the company for over a year, alleges that the company did not pay their salary and used the money for drugs and karaoke abroad. They have backed up information about the bosses, shareholders, and management, including performance records and fraudulent customer contact details. Videos of domestic meeting venues and employee photos are also threatened to be exposed if the matter is not resolved.
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  8. SocietyUkraineFraud

    Xhaka Admits to Fake COVID Certificate, Faces Investigation

    Granit Xhaka, captain of the Swiss national football team, has admitted to obtaining a fake COVID-19 vaccination certificate in 2022. The Lucerne Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating the incident, which could potentially lead to criminal charges. Xhaka has apologized for his actions and will not participate in the upcoming training camp and matches with the national team.
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  10. PoliticsFraudLaunderingCybercrime

    Amanda Lear Accuses Miley Cyrus of Plagiarism Over 'Redlights' Song

    French singer and actress Amanda Lear has accused Miley Cyrus of copying her 1978 song 'The Sphinx' in Cyrus' new track 'Redlights'. Lear alleges that the melody, rhythm, and lyrics of both songs are strikingly similar. She has consulted with her producer and record label, who consider it 'total plagiarism'. Lear has not ruled out legal action if an agreement cannot be reached.
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  11. SocietyMiddle EastBiodiversityFraud

    Fatimiyoun Forces Harass Baloch Woman, Pursue Couple, Make Sexual Requests to Children in Sistan and Balochistan

    According to reports by Halvash, semi-official Fatimiyoun forces in the Semsom region of Zahedan, Iran, harassed a Baloch woman and her husband while they were riding a motorcycle and chased them. The forces also inquired about temporary marriage ('muta') and made sexual requests to children in the area. Local sources have reported that these forces have forcibly taken people's sheep, slaughtered and eaten them, and shot at the feet of nomads' sheep. Hundreds of Fatimiyoun and Zainabiyoun forces have been deployed in various areas of Sistan and Balochistan, causing concern and dissatisfaction among residents.
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  13. SocietyCorruptionWarFraud

    ICE Agent Shoots, Injures Man in Austin, Texas

    An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and injured a man in Austin, Texas. The man was reportedly in serious but stable condition after being shot at least once in the torso. The incident occurred during an encounter or traffic stop involving a vehicle. Local authorities and city officials confirmed the shooting, and some demanded transparency and an independent investigation.
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  14. SocietyMiddle EastWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    DW Sports Accused of Salary Scam and Lack of Responsibility

    Employees of DW Sports allege that after working for 40 days, they were promised salaries on the 15th but received excuses until the 20th. On the 17th, the business development manager announced the department's disbandment. When employees asked for their salaries on the 20th, the boss did not respond and closed the account. Another boss, Ah Fei, shifted responsibility, showing no sense of accountability. Neither the promotion nor business development departments received their salaries. DW Sports is accused of being a 'black company' that scams both big and small clients.
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  15. SocietyDefenseWhite-collarFraudCybercrime

    Southeast Asia Telecom Fraud Bosses Exposed

    Two prominent figures in Southeast Asian telecom fraud operations have been identified. Yi Zhaohai, a native of Zhangping Nan'an, Fujian, has been attracting attention for his cross-border fraud activities. Anti-fraud departments urge the public to enhance vigilance and report any suspected illegal activities. Meanwhile, Lyu Zhihong, also known as Baofu, a native of Fujian Nanping, has been leading a telecom fraud gang in Myanmar, managing nearly 100 employees and causing injuries and disabilities among them.
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