Fraudsters Siphon $100 Million In COVID Relief Through Online Investment Platforms
Law enforcement officials say digital platforms are an easy way to dump money into stolen identity accounts.
Authorities say over $100 million in fraudulent funds reportedly passed through investment accounts in the time since Congress passed the CARES Act last March.
Among the platforms allegedly used by thieves are Robinhood, TD Ameritrade, E-Trade and Fidelity, according to law enforcement.
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