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Fraudsters posing as cops in caller ID phone scam, Toronto police warn | CBC News

Beware of phone scams using Toronto police's real phone number to impersonate officers.
Do not provide personal information to unknown callers.
#law-enforcement

'Very peculiar' poll worker attacks voter on Long Island, then claims to be Secret Service agent: 'I will run for president'

A Long Island poll worker was arrested after threatening a voter and impersonating law enforcement on Election Day, highlighting serious misconduct at a polling station.

Robbers posed as police in Koreatown assault and robbery, LAPD says

Criminals in Koreatown posed as police to rob an apartment, highlighting a trend of such impersonations.

19-year-olds pose as ICE agents to rob Latinos across the West, California police say

Two 19-year-olds posed as immigration agents to rob Latinos across the western U.S.

Postal perp arrested for Murray Hill mail heists; faces charges

A man was arrested for stealing mail and impersonating a postal worker in multiple incidents over several months.

He had a badge, his car had emergency lights, he pulled people over - but he wasn't a cop, authorities say

A 70-year-old man impersonating a peace officer was arrested in Riverside County after pulling over drivers.
The man was found with a fake badge and emergency lights in his car.

'Very peculiar' poll worker attacks voter on Long Island, then claims to be Secret Service agent: 'I will run for president'

A Long Island poll worker was arrested after threatening a voter and impersonating law enforcement on Election Day, highlighting serious misconduct at a polling station.

Robbers posed as police in Koreatown assault and robbery, LAPD says

Criminals in Koreatown posed as police to rob an apartment, highlighting a trend of such impersonations.

19-year-olds pose as ICE agents to rob Latinos across the West, California police say

Two 19-year-olds posed as immigration agents to rob Latinos across the western U.S.

Postal perp arrested for Murray Hill mail heists; faces charges

A man was arrested for stealing mail and impersonating a postal worker in multiple incidents over several months.

He had a badge, his car had emergency lights, he pulled people over - but he wasn't a cop, authorities say

A 70-year-old man impersonating a peace officer was arrested in Riverside County after pulling over drivers.
The man was found with a fake badge and emergency lights in his car.
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29-year-old theft suspect tells police she's 12. Story fools no one

A 29-year-old woman was arrested for retail theft after impersonating a 12-year-old, revealing a serious case of organized crime and deception.

Fake Priest Who Targeted Churches Across U.S. Is Arrested, Sheriff Says

The man who impersonated a priest to steal from churches in multiple states was arrested in California.

Fake priest preyed on churches across US in string of robberies, California cops say

Posing as a priest, Malin Rostas was arrested in California for robberies nationwide, using elaborate schemes to gain access to churches.

29-year-old theft suspect tells police she's 12. Story fools no one

A 29-year-old woman was arrested for retail theft after impersonating a 12-year-old, revealing a serious case of organized crime and deception.

Fake Priest Who Targeted Churches Across U.S. Is Arrested, Sheriff Says

The man who impersonated a priest to steal from churches in multiple states was arrested in California.

Fake priest preyed on churches across US in string of robberies, California cops say

Posing as a priest, Malin Rostas was arrested in California for robberies nationwide, using elaborate schemes to gain access to churches.
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#bluesky

Bluesky has a verification problem

Bluesky's growth is hampered by impersonation issues due to its unconventional verification methods.

Bluesky's latest update addresses an important verification problem

Bluesky's update prevents username impersonation by allowing verified users to retain their original handles during identity verification.

Bluesky has a growing problem: fake accounts

Bluesky's rapid growth necessitates the implementation of account verification to combat widespread impersonation.

Bluesky has a verification problem

Bluesky's growth is hampered by impersonation issues due to its unconventional verification methods.

Bluesky's latest update addresses an important verification problem

Bluesky's update prevents username impersonation by allowing verified users to retain their original handles during identity verification.

Bluesky has a growing problem: fake accounts

Bluesky's rapid growth necessitates the implementation of account verification to combat widespread impersonation.
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#fraud

Deepfake Elon Musk to scam people out of their savings

Scammers are increasingly utilizing deepfake technology to impersonate public figures and defraud individuals out of their savings.

Scammer Posing as MSNBC's Ari Melber Bilks Elderly Woman Out of More Than $20K, Police Say

A 73-year-old woman was scammed out of $20,000 by someone posing as MSNBC's Ari Melber, nearly leading to a kidnapping attempt.

I cloned myself using AI and the results were terrifying

An AI-clone of Joe Biden's voice was used in a fraudulent call to New Hampshire residents, urging them to skip the primary election.
The app Eleven Labs was used to replicate Biden's voice, fooling people into thinking the message was truly from him.

Catriona Carey and two ex-business partners arrested over alleged money laundering and fraud offences

Catriona Carey and her former partners are facing serious fraud-related charges, including money laundering and impersonation of a solicitor.

Heartless' London conman who fleeced 80k from victims in telephone banking scam is jailed

Edward Trustworth, a fraudster, has been jailed for stealing £80,000 from bank customers through a telephone banking scam.
Trustworth acquired victims' personal details and impersonated them on the phone to take over their accounts.

Cunning' thief who stole 870,000 from Kensington's five-star Royal Garden Hotel jailed

Zaheer Abbas stole 870,000 through manipulation
Abbas used impersonation to conduct fraud

Deepfake Elon Musk to scam people out of their savings

Scammers are increasingly utilizing deepfake technology to impersonate public figures and defraud individuals out of their savings.

Scammer Posing as MSNBC's Ari Melber Bilks Elderly Woman Out of More Than $20K, Police Say

A 73-year-old woman was scammed out of $20,000 by someone posing as MSNBC's Ari Melber, nearly leading to a kidnapping attempt.

I cloned myself using AI and the results were terrifying

An AI-clone of Joe Biden's voice was used in a fraudulent call to New Hampshire residents, urging them to skip the primary election.
The app Eleven Labs was used to replicate Biden's voice, fooling people into thinking the message was truly from him.

Catriona Carey and two ex-business partners arrested over alleged money laundering and fraud offences

Catriona Carey and her former partners are facing serious fraud-related charges, including money laundering and impersonation of a solicitor.

Heartless' London conman who fleeced 80k from victims in telephone banking scam is jailed

Edward Trustworth, a fraudster, has been jailed for stealing £80,000 from bank customers through a telephone banking scam.
Trustworth acquired victims' personal details and impersonated them on the phone to take over their accounts.

Cunning' thief who stole 870,000 from Kensington's five-star Royal Garden Hotel jailed

Zaheer Abbas stole 870,000 through manipulation
Abbas used impersonation to conduct fraud
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#public-safety

'I don't feel safe there': 'Aggressive' fake police officer approaches woman in park

A woman felt unsafe in her local park after a man impersonating a police officer approached her aggressively.

Cambridge police warn of phone scam impersonating police officers

Be cautious of phone scams impersonating police.
Never provide personal information over the phone.
Check with the organization directly if in doubt.

'I don't feel safe there': 'Aggressive' fake police officer approaches woman in park

A woman felt unsafe in her local park after a man impersonating a police officer approached her aggressively.

Cambridge police warn of phone scam impersonating police officers

Be cautious of phone scams impersonating police.
Never provide personal information over the phone.
Check with the organization directly if in doubt.
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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.
#scam

Phony priest who allegedly robbed NYC church linked to heists at houses of worship across the country: sources

Thief posed as a visiting priest to rob a Queens church, part of a nationwide scam targeting houses of worship for tens of thousands of dollars.

Scammers impersonate Spain's Princess Leonor on TikTok to deceive victims worldwide

Princess Leonor's impersonation on TikTok has led to a widespread scam, targeting victims in Latin America with promises of financial aid.

Phony priest who allegedly robbed NYC church linked to heists at houses of worship across the country: sources

Thief posed as a visiting priest to rob a Queens church, part of a nationwide scam targeting houses of worship for tens of thousands of dollars.

Scammers impersonate Spain's Princess Leonor on TikTok to deceive victims worldwide

Princess Leonor's impersonation on TikTok has led to a widespread scam, targeting victims in Latin America with promises of financial aid.
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#ricky-gervais

When the tie goes on Brent takes over': life as a comedy character lookalike

Tim Oliver has successfully embodied David Brent for 20 years, becoming a sought-after entertainer at various events.

Inside the Life of a Full-Time David Brent Impersonator

Tim Oliver has built a career as a David Brent impersonator, transforming his life since The Office's success.

When the tie goes on Brent takes over': life as a comedy character lookalike

Tim Oliver has successfully embodied David Brent for 20 years, becoming a sought-after entertainer at various events.

Inside the Life of a Full-Time David Brent Impersonator

Tim Oliver has built a career as a David Brent impersonator, transforming his life since The Office's success.
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Bluesky is cracking down on parody accounts and impersonators

Bluesky Social is addressing growing impersonation issues with new policies for parody accounts and stricter measures against identity churning.
#misinformation

Deepfake' Caller Poses as Ukrainian Official in Exchange With Key Senator

Deepfake technology poses a significant risk in political communications, as demonstrated by a recent incident involving a false impersonation of a Ukrainian official.

Rise of the cyber clones: When seeing isn't believing | Computer Weekly

AI and deepfake technology can easily impersonate anyone, raising significant security concerns.

SF Giants star's post insulting new Dodger Blake Snell is from fake account

A fake Matt Chapman account misled fans and media into believing he insulted Blake Snell, highlighting issues of misinformation in sports.

Deepfake' Caller Poses as Ukrainian Official in Exchange With Key Senator

Deepfake technology poses a significant risk in political communications, as demonstrated by a recent incident involving a false impersonation of a Ukrainian official.

Rise of the cyber clones: When seeing isn't believing | Computer Weekly

AI and deepfake technology can easily impersonate anyone, raising significant security concerns.

SF Giants star's post insulting new Dodger Blake Snell is from fake account

A fake Matt Chapman account misled fans and media into believing he insulted Blake Snell, highlighting issues of misinformation in sports.
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The Churchill of Staten Island

Luke Boyd embodies Winston Churchill, planning a special celebration for Churchill's 150th birthday, demonstrating how history can engage and connect with people.
#dana-carvey

Dana Carvey reveals how his 'top secret' Joe Biden 'SNL' cameo came to be

Dana Carvey returned to SNL to humorously impersonate President Biden, maintaining a focus on entertainment over political statements.

Dana Carvey Rips His Own Elon Musk Routine After Musk Smacks SNL as Dying' and Out of Touch'

Dana Carvey struggles to impersonate Elon Musk but acknowledges his complex accent during an interview.
Carvey is set to return to Saturday Night Live after a politically charged episode.

Dana Carvey reveals how his 'top secret' Joe Biden 'SNL' cameo came to be

Dana Carvey returned to SNL to humorously impersonate President Biden, maintaining a focus on entertainment over political statements.

Dana Carvey Rips His Own Elon Musk Routine After Musk Smacks SNL as Dying' and Out of Touch'

Dana Carvey struggles to impersonate Elon Musk but acknowledges his complex accent during an interview.
Carvey is set to return to Saturday Night Live after a politically charged episode.
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So-called nurse was a serial impersonator hired by at least two SoCal hospitals, officials say

A woman was arrested for impersonating a registered nurse and caring for 60 patients at a Burbank hospital while on probation for similar offenses.
#kamala-harris

Hey SNL, we're ready for Maya's Kamala

Comedy lovers excited for Maya Rudolph to reprise her impersonation of Kamala Harris on Saturday Night Live.

Exclusive | Kamala Harris impersonator gains over 500K TikTok followers poking fun at VP's 'cackle' and 'hypocrisy'

Oklahoma mother Tiffany Murray uses humor and impersonation to highlight political hypocrisy, gaining popularity on TikTok with her character 'Mommala'.

Kamala Harris Literally Drops Jaw Gives Stunned Laugh Watching Raunchy SNL Maya Rudolph Joke For First Time

Kamala Harris praised Maya Rudolph's impersonation on SNL, calling it spot on and an impressive portrayal of her mannerisms and style.

Exclusive | NYC comedian does 'spot-on' Kamala Harris impression after election loss - and the internet loves it

Sienna Hubert-Ross's impersonation of Kamala Harris humorously reflects the emotions and uncertainties following a significant election outcome.

Hey SNL, we're ready for Maya's Kamala

Comedy lovers excited for Maya Rudolph to reprise her impersonation of Kamala Harris on Saturday Night Live.

Exclusive | Kamala Harris impersonator gains over 500K TikTok followers poking fun at VP's 'cackle' and 'hypocrisy'

Oklahoma mother Tiffany Murray uses humor and impersonation to highlight political hypocrisy, gaining popularity on TikTok with her character 'Mommala'.

Kamala Harris Literally Drops Jaw Gives Stunned Laugh Watching Raunchy SNL Maya Rudolph Joke For First Time

Kamala Harris praised Maya Rudolph's impersonation on SNL, calling it spot on and an impressive portrayal of her mannerisms and style.

Exclusive | NYC comedian does 'spot-on' Kamala Harris impression after election loss - and the internet loves it

Sienna Hubert-Ross's impersonation of Kamala Harris humorously reflects the emotions and uncertainties following a significant election outcome.
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'Sickening' AI bots found impersonating Molly Russell and Brianna Ghey

AI chatbots impersonating real victims have emerged, raising serious ethical concerns regarding online moderation and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals.

Man posed as security guard to sneak into Taylor Swift's concert in Miami, police say

A Key Biscayne man was arrested for impersonating security at Taylor Swift's concert in Miami.
#documentary

Netflix's 'Worst Ex Ever' tells the story of Jerry Ramrattan, who framed his ex-girlfriend for armed robbery. Here's where he is now.

Jerry Ramrattan impersonated a police officer to manipulate, harass, and frame his ex-girlfriend, leading to severe consequences.

The Three Michaels review trio of Michael Jackson lookalikes aim for the stars

The documentary highlights young black men pursuing their dreams by impersonating Michael Jackson amidst the challenges of fame and confronting their idol's controversial past.

Netflix's 'Worst Ex Ever' tells the story of Jerry Ramrattan, who framed his ex-girlfriend for armed robbery. Here's where he is now.

Jerry Ramrattan impersonated a police officer to manipulate, harass, and frame his ex-girlfriend, leading to severe consequences.

The Three Michaels review trio of Michael Jackson lookalikes aim for the stars

The documentary highlights young black men pursuing their dreams by impersonating Michael Jackson amidst the challenges of fame and confronting their idol's controversial past.
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#scams

How a Fake Brad Pitt Scam Resulted in Losses of Over $300,000 and Multiple Arrests

Impersonating celebrities for romance scams can lead to significant financial losses, especially for vulnerable individuals.

Fake HMRC scam letters target small business owners in latest attack

Criminals are using convincing tactics to impersonate HMRC, putting citizens at risk of scams.

Scourged by online scammers, tarot readers get their own platform

Rebecca Scolnick has faced more than 50 impersonations on Instagram, highlighting the vulnerability of tarot clients to scams.
The launch of Moonlight aims to address impersonation issues in the tarot reading space.

How a Fake Brad Pitt Scam Resulted in Losses of Over $300,000 and Multiple Arrests

Impersonating celebrities for romance scams can lead to significant financial losses, especially for vulnerable individuals.

Fake HMRC scam letters target small business owners in latest attack

Criminals are using convincing tactics to impersonate HMRC, putting citizens at risk of scams.

Scourged by online scammers, tarot readers get their own platform

Rebecca Scolnick has faced more than 50 impersonations on Instagram, highlighting the vulnerability of tarot clients to scams.
The launch of Moonlight aims to address impersonation issues in the tarot reading space.
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#legal-consequences

27-year-old man sentenced after enrolling in high school to prey on teens

A 26-year-old man posed as a high school student, exploiting and assaulting girls, ultimately sentenced to 85 to 120 years for his crimes.

Baltimore school principal targeted in faked audio AI scam

Using artificial intelligence to impersonate someone and making offensive comments can have significant legal consequences.

27-year-old man sentenced after enrolling in high school to prey on teens

A 26-year-old man posed as a high school student, exploiting and assaulting girls, ultimately sentenced to 85 to 120 years for his crimes.

Baltimore school principal targeted in faked audio AI scam

Using artificial intelligence to impersonate someone and making offensive comments can have significant legal consequences.
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#comedy

This Is Francesca D'Uva's Interview and You Have to Respect That

Francesca D'Duva began her journey in comedy at a young age, discovering the power of humor through imitating others.

15 Comedians Who Dare to Imitate Their Mothers

Comedians often use impersonations of their mothers in their acts to connect with audiences on relatable family dynamics.

This Is Francesca D'Uva's Interview and You Have to Respect That

Francesca D'Duva began her journey in comedy at a young age, discovering the power of humor through imitating others.

15 Comedians Who Dare to Imitate Their Mothers

Comedians often use impersonations of their mothers in their acts to connect with audiences on relatable family dynamics.
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Kids At Trump Rally Crack Up Host With Killer Impression Of Trump And His Secret Service Agents

Young impersonators brought humor to a Trump rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, highlighting the playful side of political engagements.
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Biden Appointee Investigated for Racial Abuse Hoax in Which He Allegedly Sent Slurs to Himself

Texas Democrat Taral Patel is under investigation for allegedly impersonating a judge and real estate agent in a racial abuse hoax.
#mta

NYPD arrests man accused of impersonating MTA employee, livestreaming "dangerous adventures"

A man was arrested for impersonating an MTA employee while livestreaming his actions, posing a safety risk.

Ridgewood man busted for impersonating a NYC transit worker in restricted area of Barclays Center: NYPD - QNS

A man was arrested for impersonating an MTA worker and illegally entering a transit hub, highlighting risks and legal consequences of such actions.

NYPD arrests man accused of impersonating MTA employee, livestreaming "dangerous adventures"

A man was arrested for impersonating an MTA employee while livestreaming his actions, posing a safety risk.

Ridgewood man busted for impersonating a NYC transit worker in restricted area of Barclays Center: NYPD - QNS

A man was arrested for impersonating an MTA worker and illegally entering a transit hub, highlighting risks and legal consequences of such actions.
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Saturday Night Live': Meet the Candidates

Election-season comedy sketches on S.N.L. provide visibility to cast members impersonating prominent politicians.

Man Accused of Pretending to Be Lawyer Using AI, Representing Real Clients

Using AI to produce legal documents can lead to legal trouble.

White House Correspondents Dinner Kicks Off With Replay of Obama Roasting Trump in 2011 Followed By Trump Impersonation Response'

The 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner featured Donald Trump mockery in the opening with a notable impersonation by Matt Friend.

Microsoft's new VASA-1 AI model can turn photos into 'talking faces'

Microsoft's VASA-1 AI model can turn still images into realistic 'talking faces' with impressive lip-sync capabilities.

Kate Middleton conspiracy theorists are delusional', says customer who filmed royals

The customer's firsthand account debunks conspiracy theories about Kate Middleton's health.
Speculations around a video showing the royal couple lead to rumors of a Kate Middleton impersonator.

Killer caught on CCTV buying cable ties before strangling woman to death

A CCTV video captured a killer buying cable ties and using them to strangle a woman to death in her own home.
The killer posed as the victim and texted her mother, asking for money before fleeing the scene and being arrested later.
#cybersecurity

I Hosted a Podcast on Artificial Intelligence. Then My AI Doppelganger Showed Up

Discovering a fake online doppelgänger can raise concerns about identity theft and misuse of personal information.

CDK Global issues urgent warning to the public after cyberattack

CDK Global, a software service provider for car dealerships, faced a cyberattack impacting thousands of dealerships, emphasizing the importance of caution and vigilance against impersonation attacks.

I Hosted a Podcast on Artificial Intelligence. Then My AI Doppelganger Showed Up

Discovering a fake online doppelgänger can raise concerns about identity theft and misuse of personal information.

CDK Global issues urgent warning to the public after cyberattack

CDK Global, a software service provider for car dealerships, faced a cyberattack impacting thousands of dealerships, emphasizing the importance of caution and vigilance against impersonation attacks.
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Jeanette Charles, Queen Elizabeth Lookalike Actress from The Naked Gun and Austin Powers, Dead at 96

British actress Jeanette Charles, known for Queen Elizabeth roles, passed away at 96.

Accused burglars pose as construction workers to steal from wealthy homes, CA cops say

Posing as construction workers, three men burglarized over 30 homes in wealthy Californian neighborhoods, using reflector vests and rented vehicles in their elaborate scheme.

Fake Cop Tried To Detain Straphangers, Attacked Man In Subway Station

A man posing as an NYPD detective attempted to detain subway riders, causing harm and chaos in the subway station.
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