Trader loses over RM66,000 in online job scam
Tangkak police chief Supt Roslan Mohd Talib said the 36-year-old victim received the job offer via the app and was instructed to complete a series of tasks, with the promise of receiving commissions upon completion.
'Despite following all instructions and completing the tasks as directed, the victim did not receive any payments as promised,' he said in a statement today.
Investigations revealed that the victim had carried out 12 fund transfers to eight different bank accounts, resulting in total losses of RM66,825.
The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years' imprisonment, whipping and a fine upon conviction.
Supt Roslan advised the public to be wary of job offers promising quick returns and to verify their authenticity to avoid scams. — BERNAMA
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