Financial fraud victimization: an examination of distress and financial complications

Katelyn A. Golladay and Jamie A. Snyder

Journal of Financial Crime, 2022, vol. 30, issue 6, 1606-1628

Abstract: Purpose - This study expands the empirical understanding of financial fraud victims and the consequences that emerge as a result of financial fraud victimization. In addition, this study aims to assess the impact of the unique role victims play in financial fraud and the impact self-identifying as a victim has on the negative consequences they experience. Design/methodology/approach - Data from the Supplemental Fraud Survey to the National Crime Victimization Survey are used to assess the negative consequences of financial fraud victimization. Findings - Results suggest that victims of financial fraud experience increased distress and financial complications following their victimization experience. In addition, self-reported victim status is found to significantly increase a respondent’s likelihood of reporting emotional distress and financial complications. Implications for research, theory and policy are discussed. Originality/value - While empirical studies on the consequences of identity theft victimization have been increasing in recent years, financial fraud victimization remains understudied. Given the victim involvement in financial fraud, the consideration of financial fraud independent of identity theft fraud is vital.

Keywords: Financial fraud; Victimization; Consequences; General strain theory (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.1108/JFC-08-2022-0207

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