Rising Concern: Scammers Continue to Evade Justice Amid Surging Scams

Sunday, 7 July 2024, 04:03

The prevalence of internet and telephone scams has surged, posing a significant challenge to law enforcement. Kathy Stokes, from AARP's Fraud Watch Network, notes the exponential growth of scams, with perpetrators often eluding capture. Victims, particularly seniors targeted by romance scams and other frauds, face financial devastation with little hope of recovering their lost funds.
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Rising Concern: Scammers Continue to Evade Justice Amid Surging Scams

Scammers' Growing Victories

The scammers are winning the battle, with internet and telephone scams on the rise.

Overwhelming Law Enforcement

Police and prosecutors struggle to catch and convict the perpetrators, creating a sense of impunity.

  • Victims' Losses: Older individuals, victims of romance and grandparent scams, struggle to recover lost funds.

This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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