📍 Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA📅 Date of Incidents: March 30, 2025 and July 19, 2025📰 Source: Chicago Police warning after attacks by a fake rideshare driver Chicago police issued a formal community alert after a man pretending to be a rideshare driver picked up at least two women and proceeded to sexually assault them during…
In January 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued an urgent FMCSA Scam Alert warning about an alarming rise in fake FMCSA emails and phishing attacks targeting motor carriers and logistics companies. These scammers are impersonating FMCSA officials to trick businesses into providing sensitive information or clicking on dangerous links that could infect…
The Denver International Airport has issued a warning regarding a new Facebook page, named D?nv?r Air??rt, claiming to sell lost luggage for $10. The airport asserts that the page is “in no way affiliated” with them. Presenting itself as a thrift and consignment store, the Facebook page is appearing as a sponsored advertisement on users’…
If someone asks for your Uber verification code, they’re not “verifying” you — they’re trying to take over your account. Uber itself warns that it will never ask for your password, verification code, or banking details. Timeline: 4 reported stories (date • place • country) Uber Verification Code Scam: What Happened in 4 Real U.S….
If you’ve booked a train ticket online lately, read this before you buy. A real train ticket scam made headlines on January 6, 2026, after a traveler tried to purchase an Amtrak ticket and ended up on a fake booking route that looked official. Scammers are now using the same trick across the U.S., and…
Every driver in the United States who uses toll road payment scam should be aware of a rapidly escalating scam trend in 2025–2026: fraudulent toll payment texts and fake toll charges designed to steal money and personal data. These scams are spreading coast-to-coast, and they’re tricking thousands of people every month — especially in areas…
The vastness of the ocean mirrors the depth of deceit found in marine transport scams, a realm where cargo overcharging and phantom ship hires lurk beneath the surface, waiting to ensnare the unwary. This blog post delves into these murky waters, offering insights to help you steer clear of fraudulent activities and ensure your maritime…
On February 3, 2026, police in Boerne, Texas (near San Antonio) warned the public about an online luxury car scam that has already cost victims about $40,000. According to the Boerne Police Department, scammers used a fake company name — “Always Boerne” — to advertise high-end luxury vehicles online and collect money through online payments….
This week, federal officials revealed their latest efforts in combating fraudulent moving companies, which led to over 60 enforcement actions. Some movers may face the consequence of losing their licenses, although this measure, as discovered by Newsweek, frequently proves ineffective in shutting down these businesses. Launched in April, Operation: Protect Your Move concentrated investigators’ attention…
Dark Shipping Fleet Risks and Seafarer Exploitation This issue has contributed to widespread seafarer exploitation, affecting thousands of workers globally. Maritime human transport scam cases are rising globally as dark shipping fleets exploit seafarers under unsafe and illegal conditions. These vessels operate outside formal maritime tracking systems, often transferring oil, weapons, or other goods under…