By DayakDaily Team
MIRI, May 7: A 40-year-old local businesswoman in Miri has lost RM281,700 after falling victim to a non-existent investment scheme promoted through WhatsApp.
Miri police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the Commercial Crime Investigation Division (BSJKD) Miri received a police report on the case yesterday (May 6).
According to him, the victim was introduced to a supposed stock investment opportunity by an individual she had recently met through the messaging application.
“The victim dealt with an individual identifying himself as ‘Mr Mike’ using the phone numbers 011-63546990 and 011-21267023.
“She was attracted by promises of high returns within a short period of time,” he said in a statement.
The victim subsequently made eight money transfers amounting to RM281,700 into six different bank accounts, as instructed by the suspect for the purported investment dealings.
She later realised she had been scammed after the suspect began giving various excuses when she attempted to claim the promised profits.
Police are investigating the case under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a jail term of between one and 10 years, whipping, and a fine upon conviction.
Those with information related to the case may contact investigating officer Insp Tasman Hukman at 014-8618690.
Mohd Farhan also advised the public to remain cautious and not be easily deceived by investment advertisements promising unusually high profits within a short time. — DayakDaily
