CRIME SCHEME

Jul 16 2025CRIME

The Clever Trick That Cost Online Shops Big

Two brothers from Ypsilanti were caught in a tricky online scam. They bought stuff from many online stores and then tricked the stores into giving them money back. But they didn't send the items back. Instead, they sent empty boxes or fake items. They kept the real stuff and sold it for profit. The brothers used fake names and special tools to hide their identity. T...

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Apr 09 2025CRIME

The Man Behind the Fake Memorabilia Scam

A man who once lived in California has admitted to a big scam. He sold fake sports and celebrity items worth a lot of money. The U. S. Department of Justice shared this news on a Monday. The man, Anthony J. Tremayne, is 58 years old. He could spend up to 20 years in prison for his actions. He admitted to selling fake memorabilia worth between $250, 000 and $550, 000....

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