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9. Bad Pudsey | David Levi
Manage episode 437725428 series 3540496
In 2017, a phone call was made to Action Fraud UK by BBC Children in Need. Their concern was directed towards a man who had asked for a 90% commission from his collected donations. A month later, a decade-long scam would begin to crumble.
Sources:
1. Pinsentmasons.com: Phishing attackers sent to prison
2. Daily Echo: Levi admits fraud during 36 day cruise
3. Daily mail: Fraudster gang conned public children's charity
4. Daily mail: Children in need collector dressed as Pudsey bear stole from charities
5. BBC News: Lancashire based gang in £500k charity fraud
6. Lancashire Live: David Levi escort clip
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Manage episode 437725428 series 3540496
In 2017, a phone call was made to Action Fraud UK by BBC Children in Need. Their concern was directed towards a man who had asked for a 90% commission from his collected donations. A month later, a decade-long scam would begin to crumble.
Sources:
1. Pinsentmasons.com: Phishing attackers sent to prison
2. Daily Echo: Levi admits fraud during 36 day cruise
3. Daily mail: Fraudster gang conned public children's charity
4. Daily mail: Children in need collector dressed as Pudsey bear stole from charities
5. BBC News: Lancashire based gang in £500k charity fraud
6. Lancashire Live: David Levi escort clip
Liked this episode? Then let us know! you can leave a comment below, rate or subscribe to the podcast. (we cant wait to hear from you!)
For more information about uncharitable check out our socials on:
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If you’re on Reddit, consider contributing to the community Here
Thanks for listening!
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