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Michael Broadstock jailed for conning Marketplace sellers with counterfeit cash

Broadstock, 20, used forged notes to buy a $25,000 Nissan Navara and $2,800 drone from Facebook Marketplace sellers in January.

Why it mattersThe case shows how online marketplace sales remain vulnerable to payment fraud, and why both buyers and sellers should verify cash before handing over goods.

AustraliaAustralian shoppers using Facebook Marketplace need to stay alert: meet in public, check cash notes against a known one, and never hand over goods without confirming payment works.

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Bankstown accounting firm staff charged in sprawling $46m loan fraud scheme

Three accountants from a Bankstown firm were arrested. They helped a fraud ring get $46 million in fake loans.

Why it mattersThe case shows how criminals use trusted professionals to hide money and get around bank checks. This costs financial institutions. It also raises costs for honest borrowers.