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A woman who outsmarted her and reckless spending: Melissa Caddick’s life before her disappearance – 21 December 2020
Since being reported as missing, Melissa Caddick’s dodgy business dealings have been unveiled, with her reportedly misappropriating millions of dollars in the past few years. Caddick is accused of orchestrating false financial statements to clients, making them believe their investments were growing.
90 plus arrested, almost $10k of stolen goods recovered during shoplifting operation – Redfern RES – 19 December 2020
Redfern Region Enforcement Squad (RES) investigators have arrested 97 people and recovered nearly $10,000 worth of stolen goods during a targeted four-day shoplifting operation. Items that people attempted to steal included electronic goods, clothing, perfume, bags, and groceries with a combined value of nearly $10,000.
Cheryl and Faye thought they had nearly $1m invested with ‘friend’ Melissa Caddick. Then she went missing – 17 December 2020
Cheryl Kraft Reid and her wife believed they held a CommSec account and cash savings worth more than $900,000 through Ms Caddick’s financial firm. Last month, their financial security disappeared, along with their financial adviser.
Sydney woman arrested over $600,000 bank fraud – 17 December 2020
It is alleged that a former St George bank employee used her employment to facilitate unauthorised fraudulent bank transactions valued at nearly $600,000 over a two-year period“. Including, nearly $350,000 allegedly siphoned from an elderly individuals’ retirement and personal accounts.
https://theglobalherald.com/news/sydney-woman-arrested-over-600000-bank-fraud-7news/
