Four individuals in Southern California were arrested and charged with insurance fraud and conspiracy after staging fake bear videos involving luxury vehicles, including a Rolls Royce Ghost, a 2015 G63 AMG, and a 2022 E350. The suspects used a bear costume and meat claws to create the videos, which were submitted as part of fraudulent insurance claims totaling almost $142,000. Detectives uncovered the scheme, dubbed Operation Bear Claw, and executed a search warrant, leading to the discovery of the costume and claws in the suspects’ home.
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Steve Wozniak on fighting internet scams
At the Computer History Museum, co-founder of Apple Steve Wozniak reflects on his role in the tech revolution, discussing the impact of the Apple I and II. He has faced challenges, including a YouTube scam using his image, leading him to sue the platform for failing to address the fraudulent activity, which has been stalled by Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Want More Context? 🔎
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