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#paul-pogba

Paul Pogba's brother sentenced to three years in extortion case

Mathias Pogba sentenced for attempting to extort his brother Paul; highlights impact of money on relationships.

Pogba's brother jailed for extorting France star

Six men, including Paul Pogba's brother, were sentenced for extorting the footballer, with prison terms ranging from three to eight years.

Paul Pogba's brother sentenced in extortion and kidnapping case against footballer

Mathias Pogba was sentenced to three years for extortion and kidnapping related to his brother Paul Pogba.

Pogba's brother to stand trial in extortion case

Paul Pogba's brother and five others will stand trial for alleged extortion against the soccer player, tied to threats and intimidation tactics.

Paul Pogba's brother sentenced to three years in extortion case

Mathias Pogba sentenced for attempting to extort his brother Paul; highlights impact of money on relationships.

Pogba's brother jailed for extorting France star

Six men, including Paul Pogba's brother, were sentenced for extorting the footballer, with prison terms ranging from three to eight years.

Paul Pogba's brother sentenced in extortion and kidnapping case against footballer

Mathias Pogba was sentenced to three years for extortion and kidnapping related to his brother Paul Pogba.

Pogba's brother to stand trial in extortion case

Paul Pogba's brother and five others will stand trial for alleged extortion against the soccer player, tied to threats and intimidation tactics.
morepaul-pogba
#cybercrime

N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says

North Korean IT workers engaged in fraud and extortion to fund the regime, making it difficult for US companies to pursue justice.

N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says

A federal court indicted 14 North Koreans for extorting U.S. companies to fund North Korea's weapons programs through an elaborate remote work scheme.

Latvian Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Role in Karakurt Cybercrime Group

Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.

'AI mafia' gang floods restaurant with scathing reviews to extort 10k

A London restaurant was targeted by an AI mafia demanding £10,000 after bombarding it with fake negative reviews, highlighting online reputation threats.
Experts emphasize the increasing risk of automated attacks on businesses, underscoring the challenges in safeguarding online reputations.

Ransomware Is 'More Brutal' Than Ever in 2024

Ransomware remains a significant threat in 2024, with cybercrime gangs extorting victims worldwide.

Cybercrook devoid of boundaries gets 10-year prison stint

Robert Purbeck sentenced to 10 years for hacking and extortion, affecting 19 medical facilities and ordering restitution over $1 million.

N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says

North Korean IT workers engaged in fraud and extortion to fund the regime, making it difficult for US companies to pursue justice.

N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says

A federal court indicted 14 North Koreans for extorting U.S. companies to fund North Korea's weapons programs through an elaborate remote work scheme.

Latvian Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Role in Karakurt Cybercrime Group

Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.

'AI mafia' gang floods restaurant with scathing reviews to extort 10k

A London restaurant was targeted by an AI mafia demanding £10,000 after bombarding it with fake negative reviews, highlighting online reputation threats.
Experts emphasize the increasing risk of automated attacks on businesses, underscoring the challenges in safeguarding online reputations.

Ransomware Is 'More Brutal' Than Ever in 2024

Ransomware remains a significant threat in 2024, with cybercrime gangs extorting victims worldwide.

Cybercrook devoid of boundaries gets 10-year prison stint

Robert Purbeck sentenced to 10 years for hacking and extortion, affecting 19 medical facilities and ordering restitution over $1 million.
morecybercrime

5 more people arrested as part of Peel police probe into extortion against South Asian businesses | CBC News

Five additional individuals face charges in an extortion scheme targeting South Asian businesses in the Peel Region involving threats and firearms.
#cybersecurity

$75 Million Record-Breaking Ransom Paid To Cybercriminals, Say Researchers

The largest known ransom payment of US $75 million was made by a Fortune 50 company to the Dark Angels ransomware group.

The BlackSuit ransomware gang has demanded over $500 million since 2022

BlackSuit ransomware group has demanded over $500 million from victims, standing out for their exorbitant ransom demands.

Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt

Disgruntled employees can exploit insider knowledge, leading to potential cyber extortion and operational disruption.

Hackers are extorting Globe Life with stolen customer data | TechCrunch

Globe Life is being extorted by a hacker who stole sensitive customer data, affecting approximately 5,000 individuals.

Alleged Karakut ransomware scumbag charged in US

Deniss Zolotarjovs was charged in the US for conspiring in a ransomware extortion scheme involving significant cryptocurrency demands.

FBI takes down ransomware gang that hacked dozens of companies | TechCrunch

The FBI seized servers of the ransomware gang Radar/Dispossessor, a significant win in combating ransomware threats.

$75 Million Record-Breaking Ransom Paid To Cybercriminals, Say Researchers

The largest known ransom payment of US $75 million was made by a Fortune 50 company to the Dark Angels ransomware group.

The BlackSuit ransomware gang has demanded over $500 million since 2022

BlackSuit ransomware group has demanded over $500 million from victims, standing out for their exorbitant ransom demands.

Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt

Disgruntled employees can exploit insider knowledge, leading to potential cyber extortion and operational disruption.

Hackers are extorting Globe Life with stolen customer data | TechCrunch

Globe Life is being extorted by a hacker who stole sensitive customer data, affecting approximately 5,000 individuals.

Alleged Karakut ransomware scumbag charged in US

Deniss Zolotarjovs was charged in the US for conspiring in a ransomware extortion scheme involving significant cryptocurrency demands.

FBI takes down ransomware gang that hacked dozens of companies | TechCrunch

The FBI seized servers of the ransomware gang Radar/Dispossessor, a significant win in combating ransomware threats.
morecybersecurity
#jay-z

Jay-Z Says Lawsuit Accusing Him of Raping a Child Is Part of an Extortion Ploy

Jay-Z labels new rape allegations as extortion attempts and denies involvement, planning to confront the allegations publicly.

Jay-Z's lawyers call allegation rapper raped 13-year-old at Diddy party 'sprawling extortion' -demand accuser be unmasked 'immediately'

Jay-Z strongly denies allegations of sexual assault, calling them a baseless extortion attempt.

Jay-Z Sued Tony Buzbee as a Celebrity' John Doe Before Assault Accusation

Jay-Z denies rape allegations, engages in legal counteraction against claims as extortion.

Jay-Z says lawsuit accusing him of raping a child at awards after-party is part of an extortion ploy

Jay-Z denies rape allegations, labeling them as extortion related to ongoing legal issues involving Sean Diddy Combs.

Jay-Z Says Lawsuit Accusing Him of Raping a Child Is Part of an Extortion Ploy

Jay-Z labels new rape allegations as extortion attempts and denies involvement, planning to confront the allegations publicly.

Jay-Z's lawyers call allegation rapper raped 13-year-old at Diddy party 'sprawling extortion' -demand accuser be unmasked 'immediately'

Jay-Z strongly denies allegations of sexual assault, calling them a baseless extortion attempt.

Jay-Z Sued Tony Buzbee as a Celebrity' John Doe Before Assault Accusation

Jay-Z denies rape allegations, engages in legal counteraction against claims as extortion.

Jay-Z says lawsuit accusing him of raping a child at awards after-party is part of an extortion ploy

Jay-Z denies rape allegations, labeling them as extortion related to ongoing legal issues involving Sean Diddy Combs.
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#sexual-assault

Dallas police investigating sexual assault claim against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Prescott faces investigations and extortion lawsuit
Prescott denies sexual assault claim

Lawsuit against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott moved from Dallas County to Collin County

The lawsuit against Dak Prescott over sexual assault claims was dropped in Dallas County and refiled in Collin County, still ongoing amid extortion accusations.

Deranged park ranger allegedly sexually abused & extorted gay men he found in a park - LGBTQ Nation

A Houston park ranger faces multiple charges of sexual assault and extortion involving threats against several victims.
Allegations include coercion into providing money and attempting to orchestrate further illegal acts.

Woman Cowboys QB Dak Prescott accuses of extortion intends to pursue a criminal case

The woman is planning to pursue a criminal case against Dak Prescott for sexual assault.
Yoel Zehaie states they have a strong case for both civil and criminal aspects in the matter.

Hayward man allegedly told teen he'd share lewd video of them if she refused to meet. But she had already given her phone to a detective

A man faces serious charges including rape and extortion after allegedly abusing a teenage girl over several months.
The victim reported threats of video exposure as a coercive tactic used by the accused.

Gym manager assaulted customers, demanded nude photos from worker, CA officials say

A gym manager has been charged with multiple felony counts of sexual assault against customers and extorting an employee for nude photos.

Dallas police investigating sexual assault claim against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Prescott faces investigations and extortion lawsuit
Prescott denies sexual assault claim

Lawsuit against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott moved from Dallas County to Collin County

The lawsuit against Dak Prescott over sexual assault claims was dropped in Dallas County and refiled in Collin County, still ongoing amid extortion accusations.

Deranged park ranger allegedly sexually abused & extorted gay men he found in a park - LGBTQ Nation

A Houston park ranger faces multiple charges of sexual assault and extortion involving threats against several victims.
Allegations include coercion into providing money and attempting to orchestrate further illegal acts.

Woman Cowboys QB Dak Prescott accuses of extortion intends to pursue a criminal case

The woman is planning to pursue a criminal case against Dak Prescott for sexual assault.
Yoel Zehaie states they have a strong case for both civil and criminal aspects in the matter.

Hayward man allegedly told teen he'd share lewd video of them if she refused to meet. But she had already given her phone to a detective

A man faces serious charges including rape and extortion after allegedly abusing a teenage girl over several months.
The victim reported threats of video exposure as a coercive tactic used by the accused.

Gym manager assaulted customers, demanded nude photos from worker, CA officials say

A gym manager has been charged with multiple felony counts of sexual assault against customers and extorting an employee for nude photos.
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#tony-buzbee

Attorney for many Diddy accusers sued for alleged 'extortionate plot'

Tony Buzbee is accused of extortion using fabricated sexual assault allegations against a plaintiff connected to Diddy.

Tracking Down Collaborators Or Diddy By Association?

The line between legal accountability and extortion in high-profile cases can become blurred, complicating justice for all parties involved.

An anonymous celebrity is suing the Texas lawyer repping Diddy accusers, alleging he's trying to destroy the man's reputation

An anonymous celebrity has accused attorney Tony Buzbee of extortion related to his representation of clients in lawsuits against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.

Attorney for many Diddy accusers sued for alleged 'extortionate plot'

Tony Buzbee is accused of extortion using fabricated sexual assault allegations against a plaintiff connected to Diddy.

Tracking Down Collaborators Or Diddy By Association?

The line between legal accountability and extortion in high-profile cases can become blurred, complicating justice for all parties involved.

An anonymous celebrity is suing the Texas lawyer repping Diddy accusers, alleging he's trying to destroy the man's reputation

An anonymous celebrity has accused attorney Tony Buzbee of extortion related to his representation of clients in lawsuits against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
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#kidnapping

Kidnap suspects arrested after migrant held for ransom escaped into L.A. boba shop, feds say

A man escaped kidnapping in Koreatown, L.A., after being held for ransom along with three other immigrants.
Federal charges against the suspects include kidnapping and extortion in a human smuggling case.

CEO of Canadian Crypto Holding Returns Safely After Paying $720K Ransom: Report

Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi, was kidnapped and released after a ransom was paid, assuring clients that their funds remained safe.

Kidnap suspects arrested after migrant held for ransom escaped into L.A. boba shop, feds say

A man escaped kidnapping in Koreatown, L.A., after being held for ransom along with three other immigrants.
Federal charges against the suspects include kidnapping and extortion in a human smuggling case.

CEO of Canadian Crypto Holding Returns Safely After Paying $720K Ransom: Report

Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi, was kidnapped and released after a ransom was paid, assuring clients that their funds remained safe.
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#criminal-charges

Boston man charged in alleged tow truck scam

Tyrone Rutledge was charged with illegal towing and extortion after demanding cash to return a woman's vehicle.

Jury finds 'Bling Bling Bishop' guilty of wire fraud, lying to FBI and attempted blackmail * Brooklyn Paper

Lamor Whitehead found guilty of wire fraud and extortion after two-week trial.
Damian Williams highlights Whitehead's history of lies and fraud.

Boston man charged in alleged tow truck scam

Tyrone Rutledge was charged with illegal towing and extortion after demanding cash to return a woman's vehicle.

Jury finds 'Bling Bling Bishop' guilty of wire fraud, lying to FBI and attempted blackmail * Brooklyn Paper

Lamor Whitehead found guilty of wire fraud and extortion after two-week trial.
Damian Williams highlights Whitehead's history of lies and fraud.
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#corruption

Brooklyn bar owner to file lawsuit, claims he was victim of City Hall-linked shakedown

Allegations of corruption surface against NYC Mayor Adams' administration involving extortion linked to a nightlife business owner.

Uzbekistan Jails Migrant Worker For Fighting For Russia In Ukraine

Russia's National Guard official arrested on corruption charges, amid a wider crackdown on military graft.

Scores of N.Y.C. Public Housing Workers Charged in Record Corruption Case

Over 60 current and former employees of the New York City Housing Authority have been charged with bribery and extortion.
Defendants allegedly accepted cash payments from contractors in exchange for awarding NYCHA contracts.
The charges represent a single-day record for the Department of Justice.

Brooklyn bar owner to file lawsuit, claims he was victim of City Hall-linked shakedown

Allegations of corruption surface against NYC Mayor Adams' administration involving extortion linked to a nightlife business owner.

Uzbekistan Jails Migrant Worker For Fighting For Russia In Ukraine

Russia's National Guard official arrested on corruption charges, amid a wider crackdown on military graft.

Scores of N.Y.C. Public Housing Workers Charged in Record Corruption Case

Over 60 current and former employees of the New York City Housing Authority have been charged with bribery and extortion.
Defendants allegedly accepted cash payments from contractors in exchange for awarding NYCHA contracts.
The charges represent a single-day record for the Department of Justice.
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#marc-lasry

Former Avenue Capital employee in a legal fight with billionaire boss Marc Lasry claims she was offered $5 million to 'settle without an attorney'

Marc Lasry allegedly offered a $5 million settlement to Gina Strum amidst sexual harassment accusations and extortion claims.

Billionaire Marc Lasry claims in a new lawsuit that a former employee is trying to extort him for $50 million. Here are the most eye-catching excerpts.

Marc Lasry is suing Gina Strum for alleged extortion related to a $50 million demand as tensions escalate between them.

Former Avenue Capital employee in a legal fight with billionaire boss Marc Lasry claims she was offered $5 million to 'settle without an attorney'

Marc Lasry allegedly offered a $5 million settlement to Gina Strum amidst sexual harassment accusations and extortion claims.

Billionaire Marc Lasry claims in a new lawsuit that a former employee is trying to extort him for $50 million. Here are the most eye-catching excerpts.

Marc Lasry is suing Gina Strum for alleged extortion related to a $50 million demand as tensions escalate between them.
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#lawsuit

A decade-long campaign of harassment and extortion: Inside the allegations rocking a billionaire and his investment firm

Billionaire Marc Lasry accuses ex-employee Gina Strum of a decade of harassment, fraud, and extortion attempts against him and his investment firm.

Development Bank sues former president, alleging he abused office

CABEI has filed a lawsuit against former president Dante Mossi for alleged misconduct designed for personal profit after his tenure.

A decade-long campaign of harassment and extortion: Inside the allegations rocking a billionaire and his investment firm

Billionaire Marc Lasry accuses ex-employee Gina Strum of a decade of harassment, fraud, and extortion attempts against him and his investment firm.

Development Bank sues former president, alleging he abused office

CABEI has filed a lawsuit against former president Dante Mossi for alleged misconduct designed for personal profit after his tenure.
morelawsuit

San Jose Mayor and Council Call on Councilmember Omar Torres to Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations | KQED

Online relationships can lead to dangerous consequences such as extortion and manipulation, as illustrated by Torres' case.
#bonanno-family

Jury convicts Bonanno crime family member of extortion

A Bonanno crime family member was convicted of extorting a witness while on pretrial release, showcasing a serious disrespect for the law.

Bonanno wiseguy convicted of threatening turncoat, forcing him to strip naked over $150K debt

John Ragano, a mobster, was found guilty of extortion after threatening and forcing a turncoat to strip naked to check for a wire.

Bonanno crime family member convicted of extorting witness in Brooklyn Federal Court

John Ragano, a Bonanno mobster, was convicted of extortion, posing a threat to justice and showcasing a blatant disregard for the law.

Jury convicts Bonanno crime family member of extortion

A Bonanno crime family member was convicted of extorting a witness while on pretrial release, showcasing a serious disrespect for the law.

Bonanno wiseguy convicted of threatening turncoat, forcing him to strip naked over $150K debt

John Ragano, a mobster, was found guilty of extortion after threatening and forcing a turncoat to strip naked to check for a wire.

Bonanno crime family member convicted of extorting witness in Brooklyn Federal Court

John Ragano, a Bonanno mobster, was convicted of extortion, posing a threat to justice and showcasing a blatant disregard for the law.
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#garth-brooks

Garth Brooks 'outed' his rape accuser, alleging she made him 'victim of a shakedown'

Garth Brooks claims he is a victim of extortion by a woman who accused him of rape, alleging her actions are damaging his reputation.

Garth Brooks identifies name of sexual assault accuser in new lawsuit

Garth Brooks named his accuser in a legal filing, leading to accusations of defamation and emotional harm.

Garth Brooks 'outed' his rape accuser, alleging she made him 'victim of a shakedown'

Garth Brooks claims he is a victim of extortion by a woman who accused him of rape, alleging her actions are damaging his reputation.

Garth Brooks identifies name of sexual assault accuser in new lawsuit

Garth Brooks named his accuser in a legal filing, leading to accusations of defamation and emotional harm.
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Bonanno wiseguy threatens to 'slap the f-ing s-t' out of mob turncoat on FBI wiretap: feds

John Ragano's trial highlights the intimidation tactics of organized crime, particularly towards informants, as captured in chilling FBI wiretaps.
#legal-proceedings

Here's the latest on the trial.

Defense portrayed Stormy Daniels' former lawyer as a serial extortionist of celebrities in Donald J. Trump's trial.

San Jose official lawyers up, blasts child sex abuse allegations - San Jose Spotlight

Torres claims wrongful detention and extortion after being accused of sexual misconduct involving a minor.

Vastaamo victims' lawyer: Some took their own lives after patient record leak

Patient records from Vastaamo used in extortion led to suicides.
Trial of Aleksanteri Kivimäki nearing conclusion in data theft case.

Here's the latest on the trial.

Defense portrayed Stormy Daniels' former lawyer as a serial extortionist of celebrities in Donald J. Trump's trial.

San Jose official lawyers up, blasts child sex abuse allegations - San Jose Spotlight

Torres claims wrongful detention and extortion after being accused of sexual misconduct involving a minor.

Vastaamo victims' lawyer: Some took their own lives after patient record leak

Patient records from Vastaamo used in extortion led to suicides.
Trial of Aleksanteri Kivimäki nearing conclusion in data theft case.
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Whistleblower Bar Owner Targets NYPD in Lawsuit Over Alleged Corruption and Coney Island Raids

Shamel Kelly exposes alleged NYPD corruption involving extortion linked to police raids on his bar, questioning the extent of the misconduct.

'Do not comply': Peel police warn of email scam threatening to release intimate photos | CBC News

Beware of extortion emails threatening to release personal information unless paid in Bitcoin.
Do not share personal or sensitive information that could compromise your devices.
#nypd

Bar owner says ex-police commish Edward Caban's brother James tried to 'extort' him, nightlife cops subpoenaed

Federal subpoenas target NYPD lieutenants amid allegations of police misconduct and extortion involving local bars and James Caban, ex-commissioner's brother.

NYC bar owner claims James Caban tried to 'extort' him over NYPD enforcement: report

Allegations of police extortion surfaced with the brother of an ousted commissioner trying to charge a bar owner to resolve police issues.

Bar owner says ex-police commish Edward Caban's brother James tried to 'extort' him, nightlife cops subpoenaed

Federal subpoenas target NYPD lieutenants amid allegations of police misconduct and extortion involving local bars and James Caban, ex-commissioner's brother.

NYC bar owner claims James Caban tried to 'extort' him over NYPD enforcement: report

Allegations of police extortion surfaced with the brother of an ousted commissioner trying to charge a bar owner to resolve police issues.
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Person steals cell phone, charger and glasses from Campbell restaurant

Crime incidents reported include assault, credit card theft, extortion, and burglary, highlighting a pattern of violence and financial fraud.
#ransomware

This new ransomware group has been calling up victims to pressure them into paying - and it could be their downfall

Volcano Demon ransomware collective utilizes novel tactics, including calls to pressure victims into paying ransom.

Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCs

A former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.

Ransomware victims targeted in follow-on extortion attacks

Ransomware victims are being targeted by criminals posing as security researchers, who offer to delete stolen data or grant access to servers for a fee.
Arctic Wolf Labs identified two cases of victims being extorted by a fake cyber samaritan, believed to be the same individual or group.

This new ransomware group has been calling up victims to pressure them into paying - and it could be their downfall

Volcano Demon ransomware collective utilizes novel tactics, including calls to pressure victims into paying ransom.

Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCs

A former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.

Ransomware victims targeted in follow-on extortion attacks

Ransomware victims are being targeted by criminals posing as security researchers, who offer to delete stolen data or grant access to servers for a fee.
Arctic Wolf Labs identified two cases of victims being extorted by a fake cyber samaritan, believed to be the same individual or group.
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#legal-battle

A Chinese millionaire, a cop for hire and an Irvine family: Inside a twisted global business dispute

Jing Liu turned to illegal methods for resolution after legal avenues failed in her long-standing $100 million dispute.

Dallas police no longer pursuing criminal case against Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

The Dallas police department stopped pursuing sexual assault claims against Dak Prescott due to insufficient evidence.

A Chinese millionaire, a cop for hire and an Irvine family: Inside a twisted global business dispute

Jing Liu turned to illegal methods for resolution after legal avenues failed in her long-standing $100 million dispute.

Dallas police no longer pursuing criminal case against Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

The Dallas police department stopped pursuing sexual assault claims against Dak Prescott due to insufficient evidence.
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Violent Koreatown gangster who extorted karaoke bars, controlled party girls gets 22 years

Daekun Cho was sentenced to over 22 years for extorting karaoke bar owners in Koreatown and controlling for-hire women.
#santa-clara-county

Santa Clara Fairgrounds Official Charged with Extorting Bribes from Security Company

Public official charged with extortion and bribery involving kickbacks for securing a security firm's contract at Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds employee charged with extorting security company

A Santa Clara County employee was charged with extorting a security company for bribes to maintain a contract for fairgrounds security.

Santa Clara Fairgrounds Official Charged with Extorting Bribes from Security Company

Public official charged with extortion and bribery involving kickbacks for securing a security firm's contract at Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds employee charged with extorting security company

A Santa Clara County employee was charged with extorting a security company for bribes to maintain a contract for fairgrounds security.
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#law-enforcement

Ex-cops staged fake raid to extort $37 million from businessman, prosecutors allege

A group of former law enforcement mercenaries was indicted for extorting $37 million from a victim under threat of violence.

Ex-L.A. deputies hired to raid family's home in $37-million extortion scheme, feds charge

Ex-law enforcement and military officers charged with extorting $37 million from Irvine man.

4 ex-law enforcement officers charged in $37 million extortion scheme

Four former officers allegedly staged a fake raid to extort a man for business rights worth millions.

Ex-cops staged fake raid to extort $37 million from businessman, prosecutors allege

A group of former law enforcement mercenaries was indicted for extorting $37 million from a victim under threat of violence.

Ex-L.A. deputies hired to raid family's home in $37-million extortion scheme, feds charge

Ex-law enforcement and military officers charged with extorting $37 million from Irvine man.

4 ex-law enforcement officers charged in $37 million extortion scheme

Four former officers allegedly staged a fake raid to extort a man for business rights worth millions.
morelaw-enforcement

Drug cartels are distorting Mexico's economy by hitting big corporations-'we are hostages'

Business leaders in Mexico are not immune to cartel extortion and violence, causing large corporations to shut down operations due to safety concerns.

Accused gunman buries dead man, poses as kidnapper to victim's girlfriend, CA cops say

A man in California is sentenced to prison for killing a man and attempting to extort money while posing as a kidnapper.

Defense attacks Stormy Daniels' credibility as she returns to the stand in Trump's hush money trial

Trump's lawyers are trying to undermine Stormy Daniels' credibility in the hush money trial.

Noah Weiland releases song with Scott Weiland's vocals after apparent blackmail threat

Noah Weiland released a song featuring his late father's vocals due to an extortion threat, revealing a difficult past and growth through struggles.
#legal-case

Bling Bishop' Who Boasted of Ties to Eric Adams Is Convicted of Fraud

Whitehead convicted of wire fraud and extortion
Whitehead misrepresented relationship with Mayor Eric Adams

Brother-in-law of Scotland's first minister charged with abduction and extortion

The brother-in-law of Scotland's first minister is charged with abduction and extortion.
Four individuals appearing in court in connection with a case linked to a man's death from falling from a window.

Bling Bishop' Who Boasted of Ties to Eric Adams Is Convicted of Fraud

Whitehead convicted of wire fraud and extortion
Whitehead misrepresented relationship with Mayor Eric Adams

Brother-in-law of Scotland's first minister charged with abduction and extortion

The brother-in-law of Scotland's first minister is charged with abduction and extortion.
Four individuals appearing in court in connection with a case linked to a man's death from falling from a window.
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13 charged in Mexican Mafia collection racket in L.A. County jails

The Mexican Mafia controlled jail rackets through extorted commissary goods.
Contraband cellphones were used to oversee the system from a state prison.

Brooklyn Preacher Found Guilty of Fraud, Attempted Extortion

Brooklyn preacher found guilty of wire fraud and extortion
Prosecutors argued preacher flaunted ties to mayor and used money for lavish lifestyle.

Capital Health acknowledges a cyberattack last month but details are lacking

LockBit3.0 claims to have stolen over 10 million files and 7 terabytes of medical confidentiality data from CapitalHealth.org in New Jersey.
There is no proof to support LockBit3.0's claims and Capital Health has not mentioned any extortion attempt or known group claiming responsibility.

Reputed mobster Anthony 'Rom' Romanello hauled off to jail after slugging steakhouse owner - despite lawyer's plea that he's too old

An elderly reputed mobster was taken into custody following his extortion conviction.
His attorney argued that he’s too old to be behind bars due to health conditions.

Corruption trial of ex-Ald. Edward Burke: What you need to know

Former Chicago Ald. Edward Burke is on trial for corruption charges, including racketeering and attempted extortion.
Prosecutors plan to present over 100 secretly recorded meetings and phone calls as evidence of Burke's misconduct.
The trial is expected to last about six weeks and the defense will likely try to discredit a former alderman who became an FBI mole.

Cyber Threats to Watch Out for in 2024

Organizations must prepare for deepfakes, extortion, cloud targeting, supply chain compromises, and zero day exploits.
Robust security capabilities, employee training, and incident response plans are key.
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