Spike in Easter online incidents: Kiwis warned to be vigilant
There were 160 scam reports made Netsafe during Easter in 2017 and 736 in 2020.
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'A convoluted nightmare': The pensioner who discovered she didn't own her home
Alleged investment scheme that's seen family homes up for mortgagee sale referred to SFO.
Scammed: Couple rattled after losing $8k to fraudster
Māngere couple receives the shock of their life after realising they have been scammed.
Woman who stole $1 million from DHB named
The Serious Fraud Office found multiple transactions amounting to $1,062,973.
Third person charged by SFO in case over failed insurer CBL
The former CEO and CFO have already been charged after the $747 million firm folded.
SFO tightens net on Kiwi fund Penrich
Fraud probe into Cayman Island scheme run by ex-Treasury economist nears completion.
Remains found at NSW beach do not belong to Melissa Caddick - cops
Human remains found on NSW beach do not belong to the alleged fraudster, testing reveals.
Not guilty pleas for former trust chairman in SFO case
Charges including corrupt acceptance of gift and conspiracy are formally denied.
Alleged conwoman's death: Teen camper details grisly find on beach
'We were wondering whether someone had ... put some chicken bones in a shoe or something.'
NZ First Foundation case: Accused pair slowly edge to 2022 trial
Both accused also continue to enjoy having their identities suppressed.
Jami-Lee Ross agrees to destroy 'leaked' SFO documents
The former National Party MP is due to stand trial this year alongside three businessmen.
$190m fraud probe: Interpol issue alert for wanted Kiwi banker
Paul Robert Mora is wanted in connection with a $190 million fraud.
Fraudster and ex-fugitive loses battle against removal from Oz
Paul Bennett tried claiming his removal was a "disguised extradition".
NZ First Foundation investigation: SFO's case heads to High Court
One of the accused is also attempting to have their charge dismissed.
Church being investigated over alleged residency for cash scheme
Minister urges families to beware of residency scams as Auckland church is investigated.
Consultant with royal ties wanted for arrest in SFO probe
The man is accused by the SFO of conspiring with a prominent business leader.
'Dark times and dark thoughts': Small town fraudster jailed after $2m theft
The 50-year-old also has to serve half her sentence in prison.
Five business and political court cases to follow in 2021
Several high-profile trials are due to be held this year.
Smoke and mirrors: The story of a thieving 'trader' with many names
Rod Richard Makatea, Rodney Crichton and Rodney McCall are all the same man.
Three million falsely labelled free-range eggs risked 'discrediting entire industry'
A whistleblower came forward to the Commerce Commission about an egg scam.
Home detention for stock trader still yet to pay back fraud victims
"I'm dealing with someone who is inherently dishonest," judge says.
Russian 'computer genius' with $140m in NZ convicted of money laundering
Russian cleared of ransomware extortion in France but jailed for Bitcoin money laundering.
Election expenses: SFO clears Christchurch mayor
The Serious Fraud Office launched a probe earlier this year.
Prominent iwi leader appears in court over alleged $364k fraud
Despite not entering a plea, Roger Pikia said he'd 'vigorously defend the charges'.
Co-accused in CBL fraud case named
The 49-year-old's interim name suppression lapsed at 3pm today.
PwC seeks to strike out claims by CBL's liquidators
PwC seeks to stop liquidators pursuing a claim ... well into the hundreds of millions.
'Despicable' fraudster fleeces 90-year-old
Elderly victim deceived into considering serial offender as "a younger brother".
NZ First Foundation case: Suppression argument moves to High Court
The suppression battle over allegations of improper political donations continues.
CBL co-accused loses name suppression, pending further appeal
The Court of Appeal gave the man a week to mount a further appeal.
Fraudster's firms have just $13k. He owes his victims more than $12m
Disgraced financial adviser Barry Kloogh was jailed for over 8 years for theft and fraud.
NZ First Foundation case: Accused pair lose suppression argument
Judge denies suppression, says: 'In my view the subject matter is inherently political.'
Businessman who founded media company released from prison
Siu Shun Ho has said he couldn't forgive himself and deeply regrets his criminal actions.
Farmer appeals sentence for misrepresenting millions of eggs
Frank Chen carried out a lengthy scam repackaging caged eggs as free range.
Not the Xmas spirit: Beware of Auckland Santa Parade scam
The scam page asks people to enter credit card details to view a live stream of the event.