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Minot Man Convicted of Conspiring to Exploit Vulnerable Care Facility Residents in Disturbing Case

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MINOT, N.D. — A Minot man has been convicted on two counts of conspiracy to commit gross sexual imposition following a brief jury deliberation that lasted only 16 minutes at the Ward County Courthouse last week. The charges stemmed from allegations that he and his wife exploited vulnerable residents of a local long-term care facility. Dalton Hattem, 34, was charged earlier this year in March after an investigation revealed that he coordinated with his 33-year-old wife, Amber Hattem, to take advantage of residents who were unable to defend themselves due to age, illness, or cognitive … Read more

South Florida Pastor and Fraudulent Lawyer Collude in Scheme to Exploit Immigrants, Authorities Say

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MIAMI, Fla. — Authorities in South Florida have arrested a pastor and an accomplice accused of deceiving immigrants through a fraudulent legal scheme. The two individuals are charged with exploiting vulnerable populations seeking assistance with their immigration status. Investigators allege that the pastor, who led a local congregation, collaborated with a man posing as a licensed lawyer. Together, they reportedly promised legal representation and immigration services to unsuspecting immigrants, charging fees that frequently exceeded $1,000. Victims were lured in with the hope of obtaining visas, work permits, and other essential documents. The fraudulent activities came … Read more

Federal Judge Overturns Fraud Convictions of Trader in $110 Million Mango Markets Exploit

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New York – A federal judge has overturned significant fraud and manipulation convictions against Avraham Eisenberg, a trader involved in a $110 million exploit of the Mango Markets decentralized exchange. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian issued the ruling on Friday, stating that the evidence presented in the original trial did not substantiate the jury’s conclusions that Eisenberg provided materially false representations. The judge’s decision vacates Eisenberg’s convictions for commodities fraud and market manipulation and acquits him of a third charge, effectively weakening the government’s position in the case. In 2024, Eisenberg was found guilty of … Read more

Fraudulent Legal Advisors Exploit Undocumented Immigrants Through Social Media Deception

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In Houston, Texas, a concerning trend has emerged as fraudulent legal practitioners exploit social media platforms to target undocumented immigrants. These scammers often misrepresent themselves as attorneys, preying on the vulnerable who are seeking legal assistance to navigate immigration processes. The scheme typically unfolds on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, where these fake lawyers advertise services that promise to resolve immigration issues quickly and affordably. Many of the targets are desperate individuals looking for legitimate help, placing their trust in these deceptive online personas. Victims report that these scammers use persuasive tactics to instill a … Read more