For most people, it can be the biggest investment of their lives. But for one South Florida couple, it was almost the biggest con job. They received a letter saying they could lose their home in ten weeks. In tonight's "Carmel on the Case," investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero shows us what we should be looking for in the mail.
All over South Florida, criminals are being released and put on probation. In Broward county alone, 1,200 felons a month are re-entering society under this closely watched program. In tonight's "Carmel on the Case" -- investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is giving us an exclusive look at how authorities are keeping check 24 hours a day.
Now is the time those holiday bills start trickling in. But if you're struggling to make your payments, you're not alone. Many people are so desperate, they hire debt management companies. But in tonight's "Carmel on the Case," investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero found a "credit fix" left one young woman - "in a fix."
Everybody dreams of winning the lottery. But what if you hit the jackpot and the check didn't clear. Well, that's just what happened to one Fort Lauderdale couple. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is "On the Case."
More on a 7-News investigation involving a funeral director sentenced for operating without a license. This after he's accused of interrupting a funeral service to demand payment from a family.
Seven news has learned burglars have targeted a mansion that is in the middle of a major fraud investigation. It's a story we first brought you and it involves a former NFL football star. Now investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is "On the Case" with the latest developments.
Most South Florida students may be out for the holidays. But tonight the Broward County School System is facing more mold issues. Seven news has learned mold is being blamed for the health problems of a Nova Middle School teacher. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
There will be something extra special to celebrate this holiday season for some homeowners in Key Largo. Their property values along with a safe haven for endangered manatees had been at risk. But now, a seven news investigation offers new meaning to the term hope floats. Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
Tonight seven news has an exclusive look at what police call a classic case of elderly exploitation. A convicted felon is back behind bars but not before the senior he is accused of abusing --- ended up broke. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is "On the Case."
Tonight state investigators are looking into real estate transactions involving a former football star from South Florida. At issue -- mortgage fraud and identity theft. In a story you will see on just one station -- investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is - on the case.
Greed. Corruption. Deception. Sounds like a great movie plot. But now some local entrepreneurs are seeing the closing credits roll on their dreams after spending thousands of dollars on a video rental busines. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
Stealing a wallet or a purse is one thing. Taking somebody's house and getting away with it is another. Sounds impossible? Think again. A real estate loophole is leaving troubled homeowners with nothing but heartache. Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
Imagine if somebody else claimed to be you. Cashed money in your name, applied for credit cards in your name, destroyed your entire reputation. Identity theft has become such a major crime in Florida that we now rank sixth in the nation with more than 10,000 victims a year. In tonight's - Carmel On The Case - the story of one of those victims and the chance for you to help catch the crook.
Seven News has learned several Doral based businesses have shut down. The reason - they were caught working one of the oldest schemes in the book. The FTC has filed a lawsuit against the companies for misleading people in the sale of credit cards. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
As we all know, South Florida is being overrun by iguanas. Earlier this summer, we aired a story showing how they're taking over our parks, our playgrounds, even our backyards. Many of you responded saying you wanted to know how to get rid of these leapin lizards once and for all. Tonight, Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
Seven News has learned - major changes are in the works for Miami Dade's Animal Shelter. Among other things - the police department will no longer run the facility. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is - on the case.
Tonight more on a continuing seven news investigation of South Florida companies that sell Internet kiosks as a business opportunity. These kinds of offers are becoming a major national problem. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is "On The Case" and has tracked down a central figure in this local kiosk controversy.
When it comes to a good night's sleep, costumers may finally get the same protection as criminals. Even though most prisons require flame resistant mattresses, they're not sold in stores. That is until now. Some lawmakers are setting new guidelines. Carmel cafiero is on the case.
Could citations issued by Miami-Dade Animal Control officers be null and void? Tonight, Seven News has learned the troubled Animal Services Department is in more trouble. This time, questions have surfaced whether the officers are properly certified. Investigative Reporter Carmel Cafiero is - on the case.
Tonight complaints are flying coast to coast over a company that used to be based in Hollywood. The company was promising big profits from computer kiosks offering internet access. But investors claim they were mislead and got less than they paid for. Investigative Reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.