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Michigan State Police are warning businesses about a surge in fraudulent lottery ticket purchases linked to stolen credit cards. Scammers usually request manual transactions while wearing masks, leading to significant financial losses. Businesses are urged to adopt preventive measures and report suspicious activity.
Three individuals were sentenced for defrauding elderly victims through a large-scale international scheme that exploited over $2 million via wire and mail fraud. Principal defendant Fatai Okunola received 121 months in prison, while two accomplices received shorter sentences and ordered restitution for their roles in the conspiracy.
A Taylor man was arrested for attempting to cash a fraudulent $2,800 check at two Michigan banks. Quick action by tellers and law enforcement led to his apprehension, while investigations continue to identify his suspected accomplices.
