Federal and local authorities in Baltimore discovered and removed 22 skimming devices from nearly 500 retail locations during a two-day operation, aiming to combat the theft of EBT benefits and credit card data. The operation highlights the growing threat of skimming devices that clone magnetic strip cards, with efforts underway to transition to more secure tap-and-go technology to protect consumers and government benefits.
Rep. Lauren Boebert's son, Tyler Boebert, is facing 22 charges, including five felonies, for his alleged involvement in a string of credit card thefts in Rifle, Colorado. The 18-year-old and his underage friends are accused of breaking into cars to steal wallets and credit cards, using them for purchases at local establishments and online. Despite his legal troubles, Lauren Boebert believes her son should be held accountable for his actions and has expressed her continued support for him.
U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert's 18-year-old son, Tyler Boebert, is facing possible felony charges related to a series of vehicle break-ins and credit card thefts. He was identified as a suspect through surveillance footage and was released without bail after a brief court appearance. His mother, a staunch ally of former President Donald Trump, expressed love for her son but emphasized the need for him to be held accountable. This comes amid a backdrop of family turmoil, including a recent temporary restraining order obtained against her ex-husband.
A trio of scammers was caught on surveillance footage stealing a shopper's credit card at a Walmart self-checkout counter in Colorado. The scheme involved distracting the victim while one of the thieves stole the credit card from the wallet. The victim later reported fraudulent charges totaling $1,994. Credit card scams and thefts at Walmart stores in Colorado have been a recurring issue, with previous incidents involving skimming devices and thousands of stolen card numbers.
