SIBU – A 30-year-old woman here has lost RM37,217 to a foreign exchange (forex) investment scam.
According to Sibu police chief Zulkipli Suhaili, the victim, who was interested in joining the scheme, had clicked on a Telegram link, which led her to lose the amount of money.
“The victim had made seven transactions into five different bank accounts from March 8 to 20 in order for her to earn points and 100% profits.
“The victim was then asked by the suspect to transfer RM41,447 in order for her to get back her money, including a bonus of RM237,439,” he said in a statement today.
The victim, who became suspicious and felt deceived, decided to lodge a police report, he added.
Meanwhile, Zulkipli urged the public to check with Bank Negara Malaysia before making any investments.
“We would also like to advise them not to easily believe if they are being promised higher investment returns than the one offered by licensed financial institutions.”
The public can verify suspicious bank accounts and telephone numbers here. – Borneo Post Online, March 22, 2023
