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New Mexico woman posed as IRS agent, took over $150,000 promising tax windfall; pleads guilty to five federal charges

A New Mexico woman impersonated an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agent and convinced a victim that he would receive a large sum of money from the US tax agency if he first paid various fees and deposits. The victim handed over at least $150,000, believing the money would be transferred…

The Times of India · Nov 11

Couple stole $2 million in donations meant for starving babies in Malawi

Donors who supported an Arkansas charity were told their contributions would help feed and protect vulnerable babies in Malawi, one of the world's poorest countries. The organisation, called 2nd Milk, presented itself as a ministry where sponsorship money went towards children rather than the personal expenses of its founders. But…

The Times of India · Nov 7

Former Bank Insider Pleads Guilty: $4.8M Laundered, $8K in Bribes, 50 Years on the Table

A former TD Bank employee in Florida pleaded guilty to laundering $4.8M to Colombia via bribes. He faces up to 50 years.

Latin Times · Oct 7

IRS crime fighting arm announces modernization program as financial crimes use more tech

With technology and AI increasingly used to perpetrate illegal acts, the IRS’ crime fighting arm is announcing a new program intended to improve how it interacts with financial institutions

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2025

NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week

Social media users shared a range of false claims this week

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022

IRS unit gets no funds to enforce sanctions on rich Russians

The IRS criminal investigation arm tasked with tracking down sanctioned Russian oligarchs' property failed to receive an infusion of money in the Ukraine aid package

The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2022