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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Medical practitioner loses RM8.7 mln in online investment scam
JOHOR BAHRU: A 53-year-old medical practitioner lost her life savings of RM8.7 million after being deceived by an online investment scam offering unrealistic stock trading profits. Johor Bahru Selatan deputy police chief Supt Azrul Hisham Mohd Shaffei revealed that the victim encountered the fraudulent scheme through a social media advertisement in April. The scammer enticed her with promises of high returns, leading her to engage in further discussions. 'The suspect offered returns of up to 520 percent on her investment, convincing her to transfer RM8.7 million into multiple bank accounts between May and July,' he said. Despite the substantial investment, the victim was later informed she had only earned RM6,033 in returns. The fraudster then pressured her into paying an additional RM500,000 as a 'deposit' to withdraw her funds. Azrul Hisham added that the victim realised she had been scammed after receiving threats that her account would be frozen. She filed a police report yesterday, and authorities are investigating the case under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. - Bernama
Sinar Daily
2 days ago
- Business
- Sinar Daily
Medical practitioner loses RM8.7 million in savings to online investment scam
The victim had come across an advertisement for the scheme on social media in April and was lured by promises of lucrative profits. 30 Jul 2025 05:25pm Photo for illustration purposes only. JOHOR BAHRU - A 53-year-old medical practitioner lost her savings of RM8.7 million after falling victim to an online investment scam promising high returns from stock trading. Johor Bahru Selatan deputy police chief Supt Azrul Hisham Mohd Shaffei said the victim had come across an advertisement for the scheme on social media in April and was lured by promises of lucrative profits. He said the woman began corresponding with the suspect to obtain more details, and was eventually offered returns of up to 520 percent on her investment. "Convinced by the promised profits, the victim made payments amounting to RM8.7 million into several bank accounts as instructed by the suspect, between May and July,' he said in a statement today. However, despite the large sum invested, the victim was later informed she had earned only RM6,033 in returns, and was then coerced into paying an additional RM500,000 as a 'deposit' to withdraw her funds. Azrul Hisham said the victim was also threatened that her investment account would be frozen, prompting her to realise she had been duped. She lodged a police report yesterday, and the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. - BERNAMA More Like This
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Doctor's life savings wiped out in RM8.7mil investment fraud
JOHOR BARU: A 53-year-old doctor lost her entire life savings of RM8.7 million after falling victim to an online investment scam that promised unrealistically high returns of up to 520 per cent. The woman lodged a police report yesterday after her attempts to withdraw the so-called profits proved futile. She had been enticed by a flashy investment advertisement on social media in April this year. Drawn in by the promise of lucrative gains, she contacted the syndicate behind the advertisement and was gradually persuaded to transfer the substantial sum into multiple bank accounts between May and July. Johor Baru (South) deputy police chief Superintendent Azrul Hisham Mohd Shaffei said the woman initially received RM6,033 in returns. However, subsequent attempts to withdraw the remaining "profits" were blocked, with the syndicate making further demands for payment, he said.. "The victim was threatened that her account would be frozen unless she paid an additional RM500,000 in so-called 'deposit' fees," he added. The case is being investigated 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. Azrul advised the public to remain cautious and not be swayed by online schemes offering extravagant profits, especially those advertised on social media. He urged individuals to verify any investment opportunities through official platforms such as the police, Bank Negara Malaysia, or the Securities Commission. He also encouraged the public to stay up to date with the latest commercial crime tactics via the Commercial Crime Investigation Department's Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok pages.
The Star
01-05-2025
- The Star
JB cops nab five bikers in ops against street racing
JOHOR BARU: Police arrested five individuals for performing dangerous stunts during an operation against street racing in the city centre and along the Pasir Gudang Highway. Johor Baru South deputy OCPD Supt Azrul Hisham Mohd Shaffei said the operation began at 9pm on Wednesday (April 30) and ended at 6am on Thursday (May 1). 'A total of 34 individuals and 28 motorcycles were inspected during the operation, which was led by a police inspector and supported by seven officers. 'Ten motorcycles were seized under Section 64 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for further inspection, and 40 summonses were issued for various offences, including riding without a licence and illegal vehicle modifications,' he said in a statement. Supt Azrul said five local men aged between 18 and 21 were arrested for performing stunts that endangered themselves and other road users. 'The case is being investigated under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which carries a minimum fine of RM5,000 and a maximum of RM15,000, as well as a mandatory jail term of between one day and five years,' he added. In a separate case, a 20-year-old man was arrested for using a motorcycle with a fake registration number. The case is being investigated under Section 108(3)(f) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which provides for a fine of up to RM20,000, a prison term of up to five years, or both. 'The public is reminded not to take part in illegal racing or any activity that endangers the safety of others on the road,' Supt Azrul said.
Malay Mail
28-04-2025
- Malay Mail
Motorcyclist dies in five-vehicle collision on North-South Expressway
JOHOR BARU, April 28 — A man was killed while another was injured in an accident involving five vehicles at Kilometre 1.6 of the North-South Expressway heading to the city centre here this morning. Johor Baru South (JPS) police deputy chief Supt Azrul Hisham Mohd Shaffei said the incident is believed to have taken place when the victim, 23, the rider of a Honda Wave motorcycle from Kemas who was headed to Johor Baru, lost control of his motorcycle at about 6.25 am today. He stated that upon reaching the scene, the victim lost control of the motorcycle and skidded, falling onto the right lane. 'Then, a 33-year-old local man riding a Yamaha Xmax motorcycle and the driver of a Toyota Vios stopped their vehicles to help the victim, but the Toyota Vios was rear-ended by a Honda City. 'However, suddenly a Subaru Impreza, driven by a Singaporean man, on the right lane was unable to avoid and hit the victim who was lying on the road, and also collided with the Yamaha XMax motorcycle rider, as well as the Toyota Vios and Honda City cars,' he said in a statement today. Azrul Hisham said the victim was pronounced dead at the scene, whereas the Yamaha XMax rider suffered a broken right leg and is receiving treatment in the Sultanah Aminah Hospital here. He said that in the incident, all the car drivers involved did not suffer serious injuries. 'The case is being investigated under conducted under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. At the same time, we urge members of the public who witnessed the incident to come forward to the JBS Traffic Police station or contact the investigating officer Inspector Mohd Zulpaka Bambo at 014-8861791,' he added. — Bernama
