15 January 2014 – Update – CCTV Released – CC Fraud – Norwood
Published January 17, 2014 | 
Police investigating the theft and use of a credit card, now have some CCTV vision they hope may help identify the alleged suspect. Granted, the vison is not good but the suspects clothing my provide clues. Overnight on 23 December 2013, the victim had his car broken into in Norwood and of the items stolen, his credit card was of the things taken. Later that day, the victim’s card was used 16 times at BP Norwood, Coles Norwood and BWS Pooraka. The CCTV vision is from the BWS store and shows the suspect using the card to buy what appears to be a bottle of Black Label Johnny Walker. The suspect is male, Caucasian, about 30 years of age, medium build with black hair. He is wearing a black hooded jumper with large white motif, black track suit pants with three grey stripes running up the side, a black baseball cap with white peak and white motif on the front, black trainers and a white t-shirt under his jumper.If anyone knows the man’s identity or has any information about the theft and use of the card, they are asked to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or online www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au MORE TOP STORIES – See more at: http://www.sapolicenews.com.au/more-news/20807-can-you-identify-this-credit-card-thief-through-the-pixels.html#sthash.D8YZSpmR.dpuf
14 January 2014 – Update – CCTV Released – CC Fraud – Morphett Vale
Published January 17, 2014 | South Coast Police are investigating a house break-in and use of a stolen credit at Morphett Vale in December and have released a CCTV image of the suspect.
On the morning of Tuesday 10 December, a house in Columba Street, Morphett Vale was broken into. Electrical items, perfumes, jewellery and credit cards were stolen.
One of the credit cards was then used that afternoon at the IGA Morphett Vale.
A man was captured on CCTV after he allegedly used the stolen card at the supermarket. He had a little girl with him.
– See more at: http://www.sapolicenews.com.au/more-news/20754-man-uses-stolen-credit-card.html#sthash.0ThW5JUH.dpuf
16 January 2014 – Bag Snatch/CC Fraud – Eastland Shopping Centre – Sandy Bay
Published January 17, 2014 | On the 4th January 2014, a ladies purse was stolen from the Eastlands Shopping Centre.
A short time later a credit card contained within that purse was used several times at various locations in the Sandy Bay area, including Coles, Woolworths, Sandy Bay Newsagency, the Abbey Cider Lounge, Shell Coles Express and Chemist Warehouse.
After viewing the CCTV from the relevant stores it is apparent that the same person has used the credit card and police are appealing for any information as to the identity of this man. Of note, it appears the offender wears two pairs of glasses, a regular pair on his face and a darkened pair/ sunglasses on his head, at the same time.
Hobart CIB are investigating and can be contacted by telephoning 6230 2647 alternatively information can be forwarded anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
6 January 2014 – Fraud – Counterfeit $50 and $100 notes – St George Area
Published January 10, 2014 | Police are warning the community to be on the lookout for counterfeit money circulating in the St George Area.
Detectives from St George Local Area Command are conducting investigations after thousands of dollars of counterfeit notes were passed at businesses in the area, including a betting outlet in Bexley North, a hotel in Bexley, a club in Kogarah and a hotel in Allawah.
Police are continuing their investigations to identify those responsible for passing and making the counterfeit $50 and $100 notes.
They are also warning business owners and the community to be on the lookout for fake $100 notes using the serial numbers BK 08689143 and FA 96403514.
People should also be on the lookout for counterfeit $50 notes using the serial number GG 08245068. Anyone who is handed one of these notes is asked to contact police immediately.
11 December 2013 – Employee Fraud – Hotel – Hursltone Park
Published December 13, 2013 | Police from Ashfield Local Area Command have charged a man, who will appear in court next year, over an alleged fraud at a local hotel.
Police from Ashfield Local Area Command have been investigating claims that a hotel in Hurlstone Park had been the victim of a large fraud between September 2009 and early February 2012.
As a result of their investigations, police identified numerous alleged fraudulent transactions by a senior employee of the hotel.
Investigators will allege that large quantities of money from poker machines and an ATM were illegally obtained.
Today (Wednesday 11 December 2013), officers arrested a 31-year-old man at Kings Cross Police Station.
The man was charged with larceny as a servant x 2 and granted conditional bail to appear at Burwood Local Court on 8 January 2014.
12 November 2013 – Update – Credit Card Fraud – Warrnambool
Published November 15, 2013 | Police are hoping to track down thieves who used stolen credit cards to rack up thousands of dollars in purchases during an illegal shopping spree in Warrnambool.
The opportunistic thieves are believed to have broken into a van parked overnight on Hider Street on 29 September, stealing a wallet which had been kept hidden under a blanket.
Investigators believe the thieves used credit cards inside the wallet to make purchases of around $1800 at various stores at a shopping centre on Raglan Parade the next day.
Items purchased include a wireless computer keyboard and the Grand Theft Auto Playstation game.
Warrnambool Police are investigating the incident and have released CCTV images of a man and a woman they believe may be assist them with their investigation.
The woman police wish to speak to is believed to be aged in her 40s with a solid build and brown, shoulder-length hair.
She was wearing glasses and a pink top with a black jacket at the time of the incident.
Investigators are also seeking a man aged in his late 30s and around 183-189cm tall.
He was wearing a green and blue jumper and a blue baseball cap.
The pair had a girl with them, believed to be aged between 10-12 with dark brown hair and a solid build.
She was wearing a purple and pink striped jumper at the time of the incident. 
25 September 2013 – Fraud – CC – Darwin
Published September 27, 2013 | Detectives from Strike Force Trident have arrested a 30-year-old man for his alleged involvement in a credit card fraud ring.
Police executed a search warrant on a residence in Nakara yesterday and seized bank documents, computers, sim cards, iPads, a credit card scanner and mobile phones.
Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Stringer said the offender allegedly stole a number of bank cards and personal details from several co-workers.
“The offender allegedly used these details to obtain new bank cards and withdraw cash.
“Police allege the offender also set up an account through a trust fund management provider to illegally obtain funds from overseas accounts.
“The 30-year-old has been summonsed to appear in Darwin Magistrates Court on fraud charges at a later date.”
Police have questioned two other males in relation to the fraud ring, investigations are continuing.
12 September 2013 – Fraud – CC Theft – Gepps Cross and Salisbury
Published September 13, 2013 | Adelaide Police are seeking assistance from the public to help identify a credit card thief caught on security camera. On Saturday 24 August, a man lost his wallet in the city. Within minutes even before the owner realised the wallet was missing, his credit card was being used to purchase a series of items in Adelaide, Gepps Cross and then Salisbury. The suspect (pictured ) was caught on store security camera. – See more at: http://www.sapolicenews.com.au/more-news/17169-credit-card-thief-caught-on-cctv.html#sthash.DP7Lf0yP.dpuf
10 September 2013 – Arrest – Fraud – CC Stolen – Kingscote
Published September 13, 2013 | A Kingscote man was arrested yesterday for allegedly using a stolen credit card.
The 35-year-old man was arrested at Kingscote and charged with theft and deception offences.
It will be alleged that he stole a credit card from a North Adelaide letterbox and used it at various outlets in the Adelaide metropolitan area between 12 and 22 July, 2013.
He was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 2 October.
Police wish to issue a timely reminder to the public to be aware of the dangers of mail theft. Make sure your letterbox is secure – a padlock is a simple but effective solution. Empty your letterbox every day, and get someone to collect your mail for you if you are going away. Consider using a post office box if you are away regularly or if you often receive important personal documents.
11 September 2013 – Fraud – CC Theft – Northern Suburbs
Published September 13, 2013 | Police are warning Territorians of the dangers of credit card theft, following a number of incidents in the Northern Suburbs recently.
Detective Sergeant Mark Bland said offenders are taking letters containing credit cards out of letter boxes and withdrawing funds.
“To withdraw funds without a pin or signature, these people are attempting to assume the identity of the victims, which is another danger entirely,” Detective Sergeant Bland said.
“In a recent case in Casuarina, the victim lost approximately $9,000 in this manner.
“Police urge Territorians to be vigilant with their bank accounts and cards. If you are expecting a new card in the mail, check the letterbox frequently. Don’t let mail pile up over a number of days. Better yet, have it sent to a post office box, or collect it directly from your nearest bank branch.
“If your card hasn’t arrived within the predicted time frame, or if you notice any suspicious bank account activity, please contact your bank immediately.”
