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DMV warns of phishing scams using scare tactics and fake penalties

California officials are warning of rising DMV phishing scams that use threats and fake offers to steal personal information from residents.

Korean American man arrested in Pennsylvania over kill list, terror threat

A 21-year-old Korean man was arrested in Pennsylvania for allegedly creating a kill list targeting coworkers. Police are investigating links to the Hiroshima anniversary.

Korean Woman Deported After Using Altered Passport Name

A 41-year-old Korean woman was deported after attempting to re-enter the U.S. under a false name, following a previous visa ban and border arrest.

LAPD officer disciplinary review begins nearly a year after fatal shooting

The LAPD is set to review possible disciplinary action against three officers involved in the fatal shooting of Yong Yang, a Korean-American man with mental illness, nearly a year after the incident. The case has sparked community protests and legal action, raising concerns over police accountability, transparency, and the handling of individuals with mental health issues.

Korean-American man arrested for Tesla arson attack in Las Vegas

A Korean-American man has been arrested in Las Vegas for allegedly setting fire to several Tesla vehicles at a service center, according to authorities....

Korean-American man arrested for corpse abuse after mother’s body found in car

A Korean-American man was arrested in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, for allegedly damaging and abandoning his mother’s corpse in a vehicle. The incident has shocked...

Three Korean family members missing after Grand Canyon trip…last seen near AZ freeway pileup

A family of three from South Korea has been missing for a week after a tour of the Grand Canyon, causing growing concern. The...

Buena Park Police Identify Key Suspects in Korean Mall Burglaries

Authorities are ramping up their investigation into a string of burglaries targeting businesses at a Korean shopping mall in Buena Park. Police have identified...

Korean expats targeted in sophisticated phishing scams posing as consulate officials

Fraudulent phone scams impersonating staff from the South Korean consulates in Los Angeles and Seattle have raised concerns, prompting Korean expats to stay vigilant. This...

Korean American in San Francisco convicted in $7M cryptocurrency investment fraud

A Korean American man in San Francisco has been found guilty of running a cryptocurrency investment fraud scheme, defrauding investors of millions of dollars. According...