Jump in Fraud Reported to Gardaí as Online Shopping Remains a Target for Crime Gangs

Jump in fraud reported to gardaí as online shopping remains a target for crime gangs

Reported fraud offences have increased by 61pc compared with the first quarter of last year, with a massive 200pc jump in shopping and online auction fraud as well as forgery and false documents fraud.

Shopping scams up 200% as fraud offences surge this year, garda figures show

Fraud incidents rose by 61% overall compared to last year, according to gardaí.

VIENNA. There have always been fraudsters. Modern computer technologies make it possible to address more people or cover up activities. Artificial intelligence will contribute a further escalation round here.