North Texas Woman Loses Thousands Of Dollars To Online Romance Scam
She sent the man with a made-up name and photo of someone else, about $5,000 in wire transfers and gift cards.
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She sent the man with a made-up name and photo of someone else, about $5,000 in wire transfers and gift cards.
The FTC has warned hundreds of major corporations and smaller businesses that they could face a fine of just over $43,000 per violation.
The number of people who reported losing money to fraud through a payment app doubled last year, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
"The volume is unbelievable," said IRS Special Agent in Charge Mark Pearson. "This is historically the greatest amount of fraud we've ever seen."
The Federal Trade Commission says this year alone fraudsters have sent nearly 14,000 fake Apple or Amazon emails and phone messages phishing for your personal information.
Texans are heading into the holiday season and Covid-19 numbers are on the rise again. It's the perfect combination for fraudsters.
On Monday, Nov. 9, the Federal Trade Commission said it is putting the brakes on some of Zoom's practices.
"The scammers are often very good at what they do" Reid Tepfer, an attorney at the Federal Trade Commission told the CBS 11 I-Team.
The agency says "Operation Corrupt Collector" targeted debt collectors trying to collect on non-existent debs by using illegal scare tactics.
With the coronavirus pandemic continuing, the last person you probably want to hear from is a debt collector. However, that's not going to stop them.
With a total of 73,553 identity theft reports last year, Texas ranks fourth in the country for states where you're most likely to have your identity stolen.
Crooks are capitalizing on the coronavirus, luring job seekers with phony listings on social media or sites like Craigslist.
A surge in demand for face masks is also creating a surge in fraud against a North Richland Hills company.
With reports the government could soon be sending checks or direct deposits to help us, the Federal Trade Commission is trying to get ahead of scammers.
Jason Moon, a staff attorney at the Federal Trade Commission in Dallas, said while most charities are legit, some take advantage of the American generosity.
If you're searching for a job, beware. You could be the latest target of cyber thieves.
The statute aims to help consumers avoid misleading advertisements, while keeping influencers honest about the products they recommend.
A local nonprofit is warning others after getting conned in a fake customer service phone scam.
The FTC said AdvoCare was operating an illegal pyramid scheme focused on recruiting people to buy and sell products rather than focused on retail sells.
Just how "free" is the internet?
Authorities in Dallas County are warning the public about a scam where callers are posing as law enforcement officials and trying to collect fines for failing to report to jury duty.
A new settlement with the Federal Trade Commission means Facebook will pay $5 billion in fines and must institute new privacy protections and oversight on its business.
"A SLAPP (lawsuit) filer doesn't go to court to seek justice; they are just trying to silence or harass or intimidate a critic of theirs," said Evan Mascagni, who works for the Public Participation Project.
The FTC and law enforcement plan to file charges against several companies and individuals as part of a government clampdown on illegal robocalls.
Consumer and government agencies are cracking down on what they deem a "counterfeit" epidemic.
Paesyn, 10, is also an avid fan of K-pop Demon Hunters.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
The Tormenta Rampaging Run is inspired by Spain's Running of the Bulls.
The bodies were found on Mike Richard's land in the wake of the deadly flooding along the Guadalupe River.
The event will take place on Sept. 9 -10 at the American Airlines Center, where President Trump spoke during his first campaign 10 years ago.
Paesyn, 10, is also an avid fan of K-pop Demon Hunters.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
The Tormenta Rampaging Run is inspired by Spain's Running of the Bulls.
The bodies were found on Mike Richard's land in the wake of the deadly flooding along the Guadalupe River.
The event will take place on Sept. 9 -10 at the American Airlines Center, where President Trump spoke during his first campaign 10 years ago.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
One year after catastrophic flooding in the Hill Country, Texas has installed new flood warning sirens in some areas, but an I-Team investigation found large parts of the state still lack outdoor warning systems.
Federal officials are warning that one of the world's largest sporting events could bring more than soccer fans.
The event will take place on Sept. 9 -10 at the American Airlines Center, where President Trump spoke during his first campaign 10 years ago.
Chairman of the Texas Democratic Party, Kendall Scudder, discusses his re-election to a full, four-year term. He tells Jack Fink his thoughts on the Texas Senate race and the overall theme of their recent state party convention. "We've got to stop this limited thinking as Democrats," said Scudder. "We've got to get bigger. We've got to get bolder."
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink speaks with Joe Gruters, chairman of the Republican National Committee, about the agenda for the Republicans' first-ever midterm convention in Dallas in September.
Avi Loeb, a Harvard astronomer who has made headlines with his theories about alien encounters, will lead a White House scientific advisory council on UFOs.
President Trump is traveling Wednesday to North Dakota in what marks his first trip aboard the new Air Force One, which was gifted to the U.S. by the Qatari government last year.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Commercial air service from Collin County will take off in November with a flight to Fort Myers, Florida.
The bank is closing a call center at its Plano campus and laying off 244 workers as part of a consolidation effort.
Mayor Eric Johnson said in an announcement the bank is considering Dallas for a new hub that could bring thousands of jobs to the metroplex.
The city of Plano is on a roll, and Mayor John Muns said the key to the city's successes comes down to customer service.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
The Ivory Coast and Norway will face off in the round of 32 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.
Dusty May's only dream growing up was coaching high school basketball in his home state of Indiana.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
