There are countless websites that discuss and warn of the potential for fraud. The FBI and the Secret Service weigh in heavily on the topic. There are scores of “how to” books on the subject of preventing fraud. The statistics are staggering: Internet and telemarketing fraud alone cost American consumers nearly $20 million in 2005, almost double the losses reported in 2004.

Credit card fraud in the US alone topped $3 billion in 2006. As the incidence of fraud cases continues to skyrocket, government agencies are virtually helpless to stem the tide of a type of crime that simply has too many faces. Whether the crime consists of identity theft or fraud involving mortgages, the Internet or credit cards, the victim invariably finds himself in a morass of financial and legal problems that would overwhelm and discourage the most optimistic person.

Many victims, both individuals and sophisticated corporations no longer believe they could even receive justice. They don’t have the time to track their own cases, follow up with their attorneys and maintain the level of persistence necessary to achieve the results they want and deserve.

Fortunately, the National Fraud Constable is now on duty. It’s a non-profit organization whose primary objective is to assist individuals and corporations in all aspects of recovery from fraud. The National Fraud Constable (www.nationalfraudconstable.com) is a clearinghouse for fraud cases. They collect data and compile case files for corporations and individuals who are victims of any type of fraud involving amounts from $50,000 to $10 million. They apprise each victim of his options and ensure he understands them. Additionally, the Constable assists with obtaining vital media coverage, acquiring legal representation, hiring collection agencies and private investigators, and even reporting the crime to the appropriate authorities.

They also intend to research and pilot successful and workable social reform programs for the criminals. “We intend to make perpetrators of fraud keenly aware that the National Fraud Constable is on the job and that we are determined, knowledgeable and skilled in shining the spotlight on them to prevent them from harming others,” said Matteo Patisso, Executive Director of NFC. “Simply stated, our goal is to catch them, recover the stolen assets and then direct them to a reform program wherein they could learn to modify their behavior to become responsible and upstanding citizens.”

The NFC provides a much needed and sought after service for bankers, brokers, insurance companies, government agencies and consumers alike. It is a new force behind the scenes, guiding fraud victims through bureaucratic and judicial mazes and, ultimately, bringing the perpetrators to swift justice. Their website is www.nationalfraudconstable.com. The NFC will launch its website on April 1, 2007.

SOURCE: National Fraud Constable