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Gold Scam Targets Hawaii Elderly | Honolulu News
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- Jul 23, 2026
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- 125
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Summary
A 25-year-old man from India is charged in a brazen multi-state scam targeting an elderly Hawaii woman, who lost $137,458 in gold bars after being duped by fake Apple Support and “law enforcement” calls. The scheme, involving a courier and a one-dollar “password,” was linked to a rental vehicle tied to co-conspirator Leonard Lawrence, also charged in Montana for a similar gold heist. FBI data reveals seniors lost nearly $55 million to scams last year — a sharp rise. Authorities intervened, set up a sting with a tracking device, and arrested the suspect as he tried to flee. This case highlights the bravery of victims and the critical need for vigilance against impersonation scams. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9847c940155c8885