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Federal Charges Filed Against Group Accused of Defrauding Westside Seniors. Federal authorities arrested 11 individuals accused of orchestrating a complex real estate scam that targeted elderly homeowners in areas such as Santa Monica, Westwood, the Hollywood Hills, and Chinatown. The defendants are alleged to have stolen seniors' identities to secure fraudulent loans, with approximately $6 million obtained and intended losses estimated to exceed $17 million. The fraud reportedly involved counterfeit documents and synthetic identities. Prosecutors say the criminal activities spanned from January 2021 to May 2023. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Mar 23) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Los Angeles, CA North Hollywood, CA
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76ers Defeat Kings 139-118 at Golden 1 Center. The Philadelphia 76ers outscored the Sacramento Kings in a high-scoring contest, finishing with a 21-point victory at Golden 1 Center. Both teams played at a fast pace, but Philadelphia pulled away in the second half. Attendance was reported at 15,007. (Source: Townsquare Times on Mar 19) Philadelphia 76ers Sacramento Kings