Financial Crime

Feb. 15, 2026

Former Petaluma Little League Treasurer Accused of Embezzling Over $60K

Emily Parker faces charges of felony forgery and grand theft after an investigation uncovered financial misconduct.

Feb. 14, 2026

San Diego Woman Sentenced Over 5 Years for Embezzling Millions

Ping "Jenny" Gao took money from aviation investment firms and went on a spending spree, prosecutors say.

Feb. 14, 2026

San Diego Woman Sentenced Over 5 Years for Embezzling Millions

Ping 'Jenny' Gao stole over $8.5 million from her employer and spent it on a luxury home and car.

Feb. 14, 2026

Berkeley Woman, 89, Targeted in Rooftop Raccoon Scam

Crew demanded $1,600 to fix a 'hole' they created on her roof after offering to remove a non-existent raccoon.

Feb. 13, 2026

Roseville Man Loses $1 Million in Gold Inheritance Scam

Police warn residents about common romance scam tactics after victim sent funds for months to cover alleged taxes and fees.

Feb. 13, 2026

Fake $100 Bills with White Powder Found at Irvine Grocery Store

Albertsons employees fell ill after handling the counterfeit cash.

Feb. 13, 2026

Crypto Platform Paxful Fined $4M for Enabling Illicit Transactions

Paxful admitted guilt to federal charges including promoting unlawful prostitution and violating anti-money laundering rules.

Feb. 12, 2026

FBI Warns of Romance Scams Targeting Valentine's Day Seekers

Scammers use fake identities to gain victims' trust and steal their money, authorities say.

Feb. 12, 2026

Arrests Made After $1.5M Burbank Home Sold Without Owner or Buyer Knowing

Licensed real estate broker and three others allegedly orchestrated elaborate mortgage fraud scheme to pocket proceeds from home sale.

Feb. 12, 2026

Reedley Biolab Head Jia Bei Zhu Exposed as Fugitive with Fraud History

Documents reveal Zhu's criminal past in Canada, ties to Chinese government, and illegal entry into the U.S.

Feb. 12, 2026

Five Sentenced for Stealing $2.5M from DoorDash

All members of the conspiracy received prison time and restitution orders.

Feb. 10, 2026

South American Woman Pleads Guilty to Sacramento-Area Bank Robberies

Maite Celis Silva, 27, of Chile, admitted to bank robbery and conspiracy charges as part of a sophisticated theft group.

Feb. 10, 2026

Fresno Arts Council employee embezzles $1.5M in taxpayer funds

City cancels contract with council, initiates criminal investigation and financial audit