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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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Lightning Edge Red Wings 4-3 at Benchmark International Arena. Tampa Bay Lightning secured a close 4-3 victory over the Detroit Red Wings at Benchmark International Arena. The game was decided by a single goal, with both teams trading scores throughout the contest. Attendance was strong, as 19,092 fans watched the Lightning come out on top. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 12) Detroit Red Wings Tampa Bay Lightning
Rays Edge Yankees 5-4 at Tropicana Field. The Tampa Bay Rays held off the New York Yankees for a 5-4 win at Tropicana Field. Drew Rasmussen delivered a strong outing with 6.0 scoreless innings and 7 strikeouts. Chandler Simpson sparked the offense, going 3-for-4 with a triple, RBI, two runs, and a stolen base in front of 20,796 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 11) New York Yankees Tampa Bay Rays