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Westwood NJ, A sophisticated nationwide scam has landed in Bergen County, prompting an urgent warning from local law enforcement. If an unexpected package arrives at your door with a mysterious QR code inside, you could be one click away from identity theft.
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Fort Lee, NJ – Another Bergen County community is grappling with a serious wave of mail theft. The Fort Lee Police Department has issued an urgent warning after discovering that several public mailboxes were vandalized and emptied, potentially compromising the financial security of local residents.
This alert comes months after the neighboring town of Glen Rock experienced a prolonged series of mail-related fraud incidents, suggesting a persistent pattern of crime across the county.
A terrifying look at a “known scam” and what you can do to protect yourself
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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock In a shocking case of financial fraud, a Bergen County resident recently lost a staggering $35,000 to scammers who impersonated federal agents. The incident, reported by police in Glen Rock, serves as a powerful warning about a “known scam” that continues to target unsuspecting individuals.
Ever found yourself sharing a surprisingly personal thought with an anonymous username, yet hesitating to text a similar sentiment to a lifelong friend? This isn’t an uncommon paradox in our hyper-connected world. The screen before us is a Omegle Tv, shifting from a comfortable digital living room, filled with the familiar voices of friends, to a vast, uncharted territory where we encounter minds we’ve never met. We’re constantly navigating this dual landscape of online conversation: the well-trodden paths of friendship chats versus the often-unpredictable encounters with strangers. Both offer a distinct blend of allure and apprehension, fundamentally reshaping how we connect, share, and perceive one another in the digital age. This exploration delves into these two distinct yet intertwined realms of online communication, weighing the unique rewards and inherent risks each brings to our increasingly digital social lives.
Continue reading Chatting With Strangers Versus Friends Online Or On Social Media
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Ridgewood NJ, April 2025 marks one year since the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) implemented its Impersonation Rule—a powerful new tool in the fight against one of the most damaging types of fraud in the U.S.
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Allendale NJ, an 18-year-old British national, Joseph Ford, has had his release revoked by a Bergen County judge following concerns over his potential involvement in a high-level identity scheme. Ford, initially freed on conditional release after an October car crash that injured Allendale Police Officer Mark Dunn, now faces serious allegations that he may have obtained multiple driver’s licenses and passports under various names to evade authorities.
Identity theft has never been more of a threat than it is today. With more people using the internet than ever before, it’s not hard to see why this is. Stealing somebody’s identity and using their personal information to take out loans and credit cards can be very lucrative for criminals. If you are a regular internet user, you need to do everything you can to safeguard your identity. This post will explore this topic in more detail, telling you how you can keep yourself safe, protect your identity from theft, and avoid digital fraud.
Continue reading How to Safeguard Your Online Identity: A Guide
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Ridgewood NJ, QR codes have become ubiquitous, finding applications in various scenarios such as accessing restaurant menus, making payments for public parking, or gaining entry to events like concerts and sports matches. However, their widespread use has also attracted scammers who exploit QR codes to deceive individuals and compromise personal information. It is crucial to be aware of potential threats.
Continue reading FTC: Scammers hide harmful links in QR codes
“A warning to my neighbors, Instacart seems like a phishing or identity theft scam. There isn’t enough room here to say as many bad things about this company , lets start with incompetent time wasting stupidity .”
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood blog has reported on a number of consumer frauds over the years focusing primarily on the seniors being taken advantage of in Bergen County the FTC’s new Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book points out the younger people may be the victims of fraud far more often.
by Seena Gressin Attorney, Division of Consumer & Business Education, FTC
Some of you are celebrating your second COVID-19 vaccination with the giddy enthusiasm that’s usually reserved for weddings, new babies, and other life events. You’re posting a photo of your vaccination card on social media. Please — don’t do that! You could be inviting identity theft.
Continue reading FTC: Social Media is not the Place for COVID-19 Vaccination Cards
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of LEONARD S. GUEYE (DOB: 12/29/1961; single; self-employed) and EUSTACE L. GUEYE (DOB: 9/17/1992; single; unknown) of 377 Anderson Street, Hackensack, NJ on charges of Theft By Deception, Money Laundering, Wrongful Impersonation, Forgery and Defrauding Secured Creditors. The arrests are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the Maywood Police Department under the direction of Chief Joseph Natale, along with the assistance of the Hackensack Police Department under the direction of Officer in Charge Captain Peter Busciglio.
Continue reading Two Hackensack Men Take Out $400,000 Mortgage Through Identity Theft
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Ridgewood NJ, Two Iranian nationals have been charged in connection with a coordinated cyber intrusion campaign – sometimes at the behest of the government of Iran – targeting computers in New Jersey and around the world, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced today.
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Teaneck NJ, A Bergen County man was arrested today for his alleged role in a large-scale fraudulent credit card and fake identification making operation, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced.
Michael Fulcher, 35, of Teaneck, New Jersey, was arrested this morning by special agents of the U.S. Secret Service and charged by complaint with one count each of possession of 15 or more counterfeit access devices, possession of access device-making equipment, and aggravated identity theft. He appeared by teleconference today before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy L. Waldor and released on $100,000 unsecured bond.
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