Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

# Fraudsmart

Last year
2023
Millions transferred through money mule accounts in first half of year
Fraudsters 'find it easier' to trick victims into sending money than stealing their identities
Elaborate investment scams on the rise, with people at retirement age the 'key target group'
All time
Fraudsters stole nearly €45 million through frauds and scams in the second half of 2021
Irish man swindled out of nearly €7,000 paying 'custom fees' for American woman he met online
Consumers warned about new online scam advertising cheap flights