KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 – A 66-year-old retired woman has reportedly lost RM342,000 after falling victim to an alleged online casino investment scam.
The woman was promised attractive returns through an investment scheme. However, she has yet to receive any profits.
Ampang Jaya police chief ACP Khairul Anuar Khalid said the victim first received a WhatsApp message last August.
The sender claimed to need financial assistance after suffering losses involving a casino cybersecurity company in Singapore.
WhatsApp Message Led to Investment Offer
According to police, the individual later introduced the woman to an online casino investment scheme.
The scheme promised attractive profits. This eventually persuaded the woman to invest her money.
She then transferred a total of RM342,000 into five different bank accounts.
However, no returns were paid to her.
The woman later lodged a police report after realising that she had not received the promised profits.
Police Investigate RM342,000 Scam
Khairul Anuar confirmed that no arrests had been made at the time of the report.
Police are investigating the case under Section 420 of the Penal Code.
This section covers cheating and dishonestly inducing someone to hand over property. Those found guilty may face criminal penalties.
Public Urged to Be Careful With Online Investments
The case highlights the risks of investment offers made through messaging platforms.
Promises of high or guaranteed returns should be treated with caution, especially when they come from people whose identities have not been verified.
Members of the public should also avoid transferring money to unknown bank accounts without checking the investment and the parties involved.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
