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The Unspoken Risk of Fraud in Rural America

Rural residents face unique scam vulnerabilities due to online reliance and fewer resources.
Limited research exists on scams in rural communities relative to urban areas.
Older adults in rural areas experience higher scam losses, necessitating targeted interventions.

Crypto scams rake in $5.6B a year for lowlifes, FBI says

Crypto-related cybercrime losses in the US exceeded $5.6 billion in 2023, with a significant rise attributed to investment scams targeting older individuals.

The Unspoken Risk of Fraud in Rural America

Rural residents face unique scam vulnerabilities due to online reliance and fewer resources.
Limited research exists on scams in rural communities relative to urban areas.
Older adults in rural areas experience higher scam losses, necessitating targeted interventions.

Crypto scams rake in $5.6B a year for lowlifes, FBI says

Crypto-related cybercrime losses in the US exceeded $5.6 billion in 2023, with a significant rise attributed to investment scams targeting older individuals.
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Friendly' pensioner, 94, dies after hugger mugger' strikes in busy town centre

A 94-year-old man died after being targeted for robbery, leading to a manslaughter conviction for the assailant.

Woman who bit 94-year-old during cashpoint robbery has prison sentence cut

Alia Abdullahi's prison sentence for robbing a 94-year-old man was reduced from 30 to 27 months after her appeal regarding her guilty plea.

Friendly' pensioner, 94, dies after hugger mugger' strikes in busy town centre

A 94-year-old man died after being targeted for robbery, leading to a manslaughter conviction for the assailant.

Woman who bit 94-year-old during cashpoint robbery has prison sentence cut

Alia Abdullahi's prison sentence for robbing a 94-year-old man was reduced from 30 to 27 months after her appeal regarding her guilty plea.
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Warning of deaths from icy blast as Age UK slates winter benefit cut

The impending cold snap poses serious risks for the elderly in the UK, exacerbated by limited government winter fuel support.

How Scammers Stole $538 Million from Seniors Last Year and What You Can Do to Stop Them

Scammers are increasingly targeting seniors, leading to significant financial losses, highlighting the need for better protective measures and awareness.

Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman found guilty of manslaughter

A police officer was convicted of manslaughter for using a Taser on an elderly woman, raising serious concerns about police use of force against vulnerable individuals.
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81-year-old woman trips in NYC crosswalk, gets run over by box truck

An 81-year-old woman was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing a street in Manhattan.
The truck fled the scene, and investigations are underway regarding the driver's awareness of the incident.

Man, 77, killed in crash in Northampton parking lot

A 77-year-old man was killed by a car in a Northampton parking lot, prompting an investigation and suspension of the driver's license.

81-year-old woman trips in NYC crosswalk, gets run over by box truck

An 81-year-old woman was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing a street in Manhattan.
The truck fled the scene, and investigations are underway regarding the driver's awareness of the incident.

Man, 77, killed in crash in Northampton parking lot

A 77-year-old man was killed by a car in a Northampton parking lot, prompting an investigation and suspension of the driver's license.
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Oklahoma City cop is investigated for slamming 70-year-old man to the ground

An elderly man suffered severe injuries after being violently subdued by an officer during a traffic stop, raising concerns over police conduct.
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In Montana, 911 calls reveal impact of heat waves on rural seniors

The increasing frequency of extreme heat waves in Montana poses serious health risks, particularly for the elderly population.

Almost half of Spain's flood victims were over 70, figures show

The elderly population suffered the most during the catastrophic floods in Valencia, underscoring their vulnerability in emergencies.

In Montana, 911 calls reveal impact of heat waves on rural seniors

The increasing frequency of extreme heat waves in Montana poses serious health risks, particularly for the elderly population.

Almost half of Spain's flood victims were over 70, figures show

The elderly population suffered the most during the catastrophic floods in Valencia, underscoring their vulnerability in emergencies.
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75-year-old woman shoved onto the ground of East Harlem subway platform

A 75-year-old woman was violently assaulted in an East Harlem subway station, underscoring concerns for public safety.

Urgent search for missing elderly man who may be using Dartford buses

Phillip Kimani, a 75-year-old man, is missing from Dartford and last seen around 2.50pm on September 2.

Police swarm nudist ranch in search of suspect tied to missing Redlands couple

Police conducted a significant search operation at a nudist ranch related to the disappearance of an elderly couple, utilizing a battering ram and drones.

Don't Fall For These Common Retirement Scams

Financial scams targeting retirees are growing rapidly and have devastating financial consequences, particularly for low-income seniors.
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