Bank fraudsters are increasingly using artificial‑intelligence tools to impersonate customers, while Peru’s presidential runoff concluded with Keiko Fujimori edging Roberto Sánchez by just 0.19% of the vote. the day also saw a critically injured motorcyclist in San Antonio and a $300,000 settlement in Bexar County over a job‑offer dispute linked to a La Santa Muerte altar.

AI‑driven impersonation scams surge, RBFCU warns

Regional Bankers’ Financial Credit Union (RBFCU) issued an alert that AI‑generated voice and text are being weaponised in bank‑fraud schemes, leading to a noticeable uptick in impersonation attempts. According to the report, scammers are now able to mimic a victim’s speech patterns with uncanny accuracy, making it harder for tellers to spot fraud. The warning comes as banks across the United States report a 27% rise in fraud complaints since the start of the year.

Motorcyclist crash leaves critical injuries on North Side

San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) confirmed that a motorcyclist suffered severe injuries after a collision on the North Side early Thursday morninng. Emergency responders transported the rider to a trauma cente, where doctors listed the condition as critical.. the incident highlights ongoing safety concerns on the city’s heavily trafficked corridors, prompting local officials to call for stricter speed enforcement.

Bexar County approves $300,000 settlement over La Santa Muerte altar job loss

The county commissioners voted to pay $300,000 to a detention‑applicant whose employment offer was withdrawn after officials discovered a La Santa Muerte altar in his home. As the source noted, the settlement addresses alleged discrimination and procedural failures in the hiring process. County officials said the payment does not constitute an admission of liability but aims to resolve the dispute without further litigation .

Peru's runoff results: Fujimori edges Sánchez by 0 .19%

With 93% of ballots counted, Peru’s electoral commission announced that Keiko Fujimori of the Popular Force party received 8.75 million votes (50.095%), while Roberto Sánchez of the Together for Peru party garnered 8.73 million votes (49.905%). According to the source,the margin of 0.19% translates to roughly 20,000 votes, making the outcome one of the tightest in the nation’s recent history. police officers were deployed to guard polling stations as supporters of both candidates gathered for post‑vote celebrations.

Who will challenge the narrow margin in Peru’s courts?

Roberto Sánchez has signalled an intention to contest the result, citing alleged irregularities in several precincts. The source does not detail the specific legal grounds, but the challenge could trigger a recount or a judicial review by Peru’s electoral tribunal. Observers note that the credibility of the process will hinge on transparent handling of any disputes.