6 arrested in Miami-Dade insurance fraud crackdown, MDSO says
Authorities said the group staged a car crash as part of a scheme to collect tens of thousands of dollars from an insurance company.
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Authorities said the group staged a car crash as part of a scheme to collect tens of thousands of dollars from an insurance company.
Tips on keeping safe on Venmo, including what to do if you receive an unexpected payment or request from a stranger.
Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez said his office has seen a surge in reports from residents who received fraudulent text messages.
Several F1 fans found themselves stranded near the Miami Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday evening.
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Malicious sites are on the rise and thanks to AI, it's almost impossible to tell the difference.
The City of Miami Police Department announced the arrest following an investigation that exposed the scheme to exploit vulnerable seniors.
As fans wager an estimated $3.1 billion into March Madness bets, cybersecurity experts warn of a rise in online gambling scams targeting everyday users.
A small business owner flagged a possible impersonator on Google Maps. Google's investigation found it was just the tip of the iceberg.
The elderly victim is frustrated after the charges were dropped against the initial suspect.
The scammer on the other end knew her name and convinced her that her phone had been hacked.
A Broward County jury found Junior Simon guilty after an investigation that uncovered forged documents.
At least seven South Florida pet owners have reported the scam.
The woman said she had believed she was in a romantic relationship with the Hollywood star, leading her to divorce her husband and transfer $850,000.
Callers spoof the caller ID number of the victim's actual lending institution, swindling money from those seeking financial relief.
Cristine Petitfrere, 30, of Miramar, admitted to laundering more than $2.7 million from victims of online romance scams.
The MPA told CBS News Miami it is removing them from more than 7,000 signs to protect people from ongoing scams that target their personal and banking information.
When shopping online, be leery of deals that sound too good to be true or implore you to act immediately.
As Floridians gear up for the holiday shopping season, state officials are urging consumers to stay vigilant against scams during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
Staff discovered these stickers during routine inspections of city parking areas.
The Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department is alerting residents to a new scam targeting local dog owners.
With the 2024 political campaign season behind us, robocalls and texts will be slowing down. But they aren't gone all together.
Receiving a product in the mail you didn't order can indicate a scam, consumer advocates warn. Here's what to know.
A joint investigation by Digital Citizens Alliance and Coalition for a Safer Web found dozens of TikTok profiles offering to ship weight loss drugs for lower prices and without a prescription. In nearly every situation, it was a scam.
