In recent developments, law enforcement agencies in Japan are intensifying efforts to combat a surge in scams, particularly those related to 'dark' part-time job offers. A suspect involved in a murder-robbery case in Yokohama had applied for a '$990-a-day job' advertised on social media, highlighting the dangers of such enticing job postings. Additionally, a fraud ring is suspected of swindling approximately 3,000 victims out of ¥1.3 billion in cryptocurrency. The Japanese government is considering enhanced crime prevention measures to address this growing issue. Meanwhile, police in various regions, including Franklin County and Martinez, are warning residents about scams impersonating law enforcement, while other reports indicate a resurgence of older scams. The situation underscores the need for vigilance as scams continue to evolve and proliferate.