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YouTubers Assist in Elder Fraud Case

Updated 2026-07-06 17:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

More than 30 defendants have been charged in a $65 million fraud and money laundering scheme targeting elders, with assistance from YouTubers Scammer Payback and Trilogy Media. The case highlights the role of social media influencers in combating financial crimes.

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Variety

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Variety

YouTubers Help Feds Uncover $65 Million Elder Fraud Scheme as 30 Defendants Charged

More than 30 defendants have been charged in a $65 million multinational fraud and money laundering scheme targeting elders across the United States, with a little help from the YouTubers behind channels Scammer Payback and Trilogy Media. Scammer Payback host Pierogi, alongside Trilogy Media’s

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