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The Sun
17 hours ago
- The Sun
Terengganu police probe 25 cases in lucky draw scam, losses hit RM782,616
KUALA TERENGGANU: Police in Terengganu have launched 25 investigation papers linked to a fraudulent lucky draw scheme, with total losses estimated at RM782,616. The scam, active since January, misused a local bank's name to deceive victims. Terengganu police chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairuddin revealed that victims were lured via social media with links to download an APK file. Clicking these links either redirected users to fake websites or automatically installed malicious software. 'Once installed, the APK grants scammers full access to the victim's device. They can intercept TAC or OTP codes and manipulate banking or e-wallet apps,' he said. 'Unauthorised transactions then occur, often draining tens of thousands from accounts unnoticed.' Authorities are collaborating with banks and Bank Negara Malaysia to track transactions and identify mule account holders. Mohd Khairi urged the public to remain cautious of suspicious online offers. 'Always verify links through official bank channels before clicking. Never share OTP details, and report scams immediately via CCID at 997 or the portal he advised.
The Star
18 hours ago
- The Star
Retired teacher loses over RM800,000 in bogus investment scheme
ALOR SETAR: A retired teacher lost RM838,000 after investing in a fake investment scheme offered via WhatsApp in February. Kedah Commercial Crime Investigation Department head Supt Loi Yew Lik said that after agreeing to participate, the 72-year-old victim's name was added to the "P166 HIFA investment" WhatsApp group. "The victim had dealt with an individual known as Helen via WhatsApp and was then given a link to download an application (PHC VIEW) from 'Pinnacle Horizon Capital' to check the profits received from the investment. "He was promised a return of five times the amount invested within a few days,' he said in a statement on Monday (June 30). He said the victim told police he had deposited a total of RM838,000 via eight transactions to four different bank accounts. "Through the app, the victim saw that he had earned a total 'profit' of RM4.09mil. "However, when he wanted to withdraw the money, various excuses were given, including asking him to make an additional payment,' he said. Supt Loi said the victim then lodged a police report after realising he had been scammed. He advised the public to be wary of online investment scams that use the names of existing investment companies to mislead victims. He added that seven investigation papers had been opened in Kedah over such scams. "The public is advised to check with the police or nearby police stations before making any suspicious transactions. "Checks can also be made via the Semak Mule application, CCID Facebook or by contacting the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) at 997," he added. – Bernama
The Star
a day ago
- Business
- The Star
Engineer loses RM275,000 to online Moomoo scam
ALOR SETAR: A 57-year-old engineer lost RM275,000 after falling for an online investment scam known as Moomoo, say police. Kedah Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) chief Supt Loi Yew Lik said the victim responded to an investment offer involving Chinese currency on April 20 by clicking a WhatsApp link. He later communicated with several individuals using the numbers 019-200 7253 and 019-234 5678. 'The scammers promised a 10% return within days, prompting the victim to transfer RM275,000 in eight transactions between May 27 and June 13 to two company accounts under the names Cisi Infra Solution and Cisi CPT Infra Trading,' he said yesterday, Bernama reported. When the victim did not receive the profits, he grew suspicious as the scammers continued requesting more money, claiming it was needed to release his returns and initial capital. He lodged a police report after realising he had been cheated. Supt Loi advised the public to verify any investment offers with the police or to use tools such as the Mule Check app, the CCID Facebook page, or to contact the National Scam Response Centre at 997.
The Sun
21-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Retiree loses over RM530,000 to Facebook investment scam
JOHOR BAHRU: A private sector retiree lost RM535,766 after allegedly falling victim to an online investment scam promoted via an advertisement on the Facebook application. Seri Alam District Police chief ACP Mohd Sohaimi Ishak said the police received a report from a 57-year-old local man on Tuesday, who claimed losses exceeding RM500,000. He said the victim had come across a share investment advertisement on Facebook on March 13 that promised lucrative returns within a short time, and clicked on the provided link out of interest. 'Subsequently, the victim made 26 payment transactions into five different bank accounts between March 13 and June 5, totalling RM535,766. The victim was also asked to make additional payments to withdraw the so-called 'investment profits', but those requests were never fulfilled,' he said in a statement today. Mohd Sohaimi said the victim only realised he had been duped after repeated attempts to recover the investment funds proved futile. 'Preliminary checks via the CCID's 'Semak Mule' platform found that all five accounts involved had a total of 22 police reports linked to investment scams,' he said. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, and police are also looking into the possible involvement of mule account holders.
New Straits Times
20-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Retiree's RM535k gone in Facebook 'investment' scam
JOHOR BARU: – A private sector retiree lost RM535,766 after allegedly falling victim to an online investment scam promoted via a Facebook advertisement. Seri Alam police chief ACP Mohd Sohaimi Ishak said police received a report from a 57-year-old local man on Tuesday, who claimed losses exceeding RM500,000. He said the victim had come across a share investment advertisement on Facebook on March 13 that promised lucrative returns within a short time, and clicked on the provided link out of interest. "Subsequently, the victim made 26 payment transactions into five different bank accounts between March 13 and June 5, totalling RM535,766. The victim was also asked to make additional payments to withdraw the so-called 'investment profits', but those requests were never fulfilled," he said in a statement yesterday. Mohd Sohaimi said the victim only realised he had been duped after repeated attempts to recover the investment funds proved futile. "Preliminary checks via the CCID's 'Semak Mule' platform found that all five accounts involved had a total of 22 police reports linked to investment scams," he said. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, and police are also looking into the possible involvement of mule account holders.
