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Glen Rock NJ, A Bergen County accountant and tax preparer on February 17,2026 admitted to running a Ponzi and bank fraud scheme that bilked victims out of more than $10 million dollars and a related bank fraud scheme, among other crimes, Senior Counsel Philip Lamparello announced.
Elected Official Running for Re-Election Pleads NOT GUILTY to 18 Felonies in Mob-Tied Gambling Scandal
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PROSPECT PARK, NJ – The political landscape in the small town of Prospect Park has been rocked by high-stakes drama as Council President Anand Shah formally entered pleas of “not guilty” to a sweeping 18-count indictment in state court.
The October 24 arraignment in Morristown, before Judge Ralph Amirata, confirmed the Democrat councilman’s intention to fight the serious allegations that link him to an illegal gambling syndicate with alleged ties to organized crime figures, including the Lucchese crime family.
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Portland OR, The integrity of the NBA has been rocked by a massive federal investigation. In a stunning announcement on Thursday, law enforcement officials confirmed the arrests of over 30 individuals—including Portland Trail Blazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat Guard Terry Rozier—in connection with two wide-ranging criminal schemes involving illegal gambling and “sports rigging.”
The online casino industry is ever-increasing due to the convenience and ease of play it offers to users. In fact, as a casino gamer, you are able to enjoy casino games from the comfort of your home or on the go.
However, the issue arises when there is online fraud. For instance, there are many fraudsters online who want to take away your money and your personal data. Hence, if you do not approach the games carefully, you might end up facing different types of dangers.
Continue reading What are the Types of Online Casino Fraud and How to Prevent Them?
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Prospect Park NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), and the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) today announced that 39 people – including a Prospect Park councilman and members of the Lucchese Crime Family – have been charged with racketeering, gambling offenses, money laundering, and other crimes, after law enforcement executed search warrants at 12 locations throughout North Jersey earlier this week.
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Ridgewood NJ, French authorities have detained Pavel Durov, the founder of the popular messaging app Telegram. Durov, who has been a prominent figure in the tech world, is now facing serious charges that could have far-reaching implications for the future of online privacy and digital communication. According to reports from French media outlet TF1, with confirmations from Reuters and CNN, the charges against Durov include abetting terrorism, fraud, money laundering, and crimes against children. These charges are reportedly linked to what authorities describe as a “near-total lack of moderation” on the Telegram platform.
Continue reading Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Detained in France Amid Serious Criminal Allegations
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of LUIS N. VAZQUEZ-ALVAREZ (DOB: 5/26/1986; single; unemployed) of 3213 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, and JUAN CARRION-TORRES (DOB: 11/03/1978; single; unemployed) of 701 S. 4th Street, Camden, NJ on a charge of money laundering. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
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Oakland NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of CHARLES J. VINCENT (DOB: 7/29/1961; married; financial controller) of 30 Brandywine Place, Oakland, on charges of money laundering, theft, and theft by deception. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
Continue reading Bergen Company Controller Charged in Unauthorized Payments Scheme
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Teaneck NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced that on May 5, 2023, CHANDER SINGH of Teaneck, NJ was sentenced to 8 years in New Jersey State Prison after pleading guilty to money laundering in connection with an investment and mortgage fraud Ponzi scheme.
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of RAMI FAOZI AZAM (DOB: 9/23/1981; single; cook) of 704 Sycamore Street, Weldon, NC, and MOHAMMED SUHAIL RAWASHEDH (DOB: 3/02/1990; single; grocery store owner) of 704 Sycamore Street, Weldon, NC, for money laundering. The arrests are the result of an investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
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Leonia NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JOSE A. ROSA-VASQUEZ (DOB: 5/15/1991; married; car technician) of 36 East Broad Street, Hazleton, Pennsylvania on a money laundering offense. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
Continue reading Pennsylvania Car Technician Picked Up for Money Laundering in Leonia
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Ridgefield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of PENG CHENG (DOB: 4/30/1989; married; unemployed) of 2425 Ericsson Street, Queens, NY on a charge of money laundering. The arrest is the result of an investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
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Teaneck NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of PASCUAL CIRIACO (DOB: 5/17/1972; married; unemployed) of 11 Bronx River Road, Apartment 6G, Yonkers, NY on a money laundering offense. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
Continue reading Traffic Stop in Teaneck Yields Charges of Money Laundering
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Newark NJ, a Nevada man and former CPA admitted his role in laundering funds solicited for BitClub Network, a $722 million fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
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Bordentown NJ, a Burlington County, New Jersey, man today admitted his role in a GoFundMe scheme that collected money from donors on the internet, purportedly to benefit a homeless man, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig announced.
