Red Flags That Indicate Criminal Activity and How to Enhance Fraud Control

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Red Flags That Indicate Criminal Activity and How to Enhance Fraud Control

As joint operations center manager for the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC), Chris Covington, CFE, learned tools and tricks for identifying fraudsters. Pulling from a large dataset generated during the pandemic, in his presentation at the 34th Annual Global Fraud Conference Covington outlined applicable examples of red flags to look for and fraud fighting strategies that Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs) can implement in their industries today.

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How a $12.5 Million Indictment Turned Out to be a $3 Million Loss

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How a $12.5 Million Indictment Turned Out to be a $3 Million Loss

A $12.5 million indictment turned out to be a $3 million loss. How did this happen? During her session at the 34th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference, CEO and Founder of Acuity Forensics Tiffany Couch, CFE, CPA/CFF, walked attendees through a case study in which her determination to find accurate information revealed a 78.07% overstatement that, once uncovered, decreased the number of counts charged and incarceration time for her client.

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Cultural and Bias Awareness Improve the Quality of Investigations 

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Cultural and Bias Awareness Improve the Quality of Investigations 

A common notion is that certain tell-tale signs, such as not making eye contact, can be used as sure indicators that a person is lying. However, forensic investigator Ruben Naiker, CFE, points out that there may be other reasons, such as culture or personality, for why an individual might exhibit certain behaviors besides dishonesty. Understanding cultural differences and being aware of one’s personal biases during interviews are crucial for achieving accuracy in investigations, said Naiker during a presentation on the topic at the 34th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference. 

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