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Borneo Post
8 hours ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Civil servant in Miri loses RM1.1 mln to suspected online investment scam
Her doubts began when she was unable to withdraw the promised profits. – Bernama photo MIRI (June 26): A civil servant in Miri has lost RM1.1 million after allegedly falling victim to a non-existent online investment scheme. In a statement today, Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata said the woman, in her 30s, lodged a police report recently after realising she had been allegedly scammed by an individual impersonating an investment representative. The incident began in early December 2024, when the victim was contacted by the suspect, who offered what appeared to be a lucrative investment opportunity. She was instructed to download an app via a provided link and was promised high returns within a short period. Trusting the scheme, she transferred money in stages into a bank account given by the suspect, amounting to around RM1.1 million in total. Her doubts began when she was unable to withdraw the promised profits. Despite this, the suspect continued to demand additional payments, claiming they were necessary to process the withdrawal. 'At the time the police report was lodged, the victim had not received any of the promised returns,' Mancha said. Authorities say the case underscores the growing threat of online investment scams, particularly those targeting individuals seeking quick financial returns. Mancha advised the public to verify the legitimacy of any investment platform through official channels such as Bank Negara Malaysia at and the Securities Commission Malaysia at before committing any funds. 'Anyone who has recently transferred money to suspicious accounts or e-wallets is advised to contact the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) by dialling 997,' he said. He also recommended using scam-identifying tools like the Whoscall app, which cross-references phone numbers against the Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK) database. 'Phone numbers listed in the department's 'Semak Mule' system are flagged automatically through the app,' said Mancha. As an additional safeguard, the public can verify suspicious bank account numbers or telephone lines via the police's Semak Mule portal at or check the credibility of investment companies using the Investment Checker tool provided by the Securities Commission. To stay informed about the latest scam tactics, the public are encouraged to follow JSJK PDRM and Cyber Crime Alert RMP on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. civil servant Mancha Ata miri online investment scam
Barnama
25-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Marketing Executive Loses Over RM100,000 In Investment Scam On Dating App
SIBU, April 25 (Bernama) -- What began as a hopeful swipe right on a popular dating app ended in financial heartbreak for a local woman, who fell victim to a sophisticated online scam that drained her of over RM100,000. The sales and marketing executive, whose identity is being withheld for privacy reasons, had allegedly met a man claiming to be 'Lucian Hee Hao Yu', who introduced himself as an engineer, on the dating platform Bumble in early January. Their virtual romance quickly escalated, transitioning from Bumble to WhatsApp, where trust deepened. Soon, Lucian introduced the woman to what he said was a 'lucrative opportunity' - an exclusive investment scheme dubbed 'Private Placement,' promising swift and high returns. Under Lucian's direction, the victim was persuaded to register on a professional-looking website, and instructed to share her personal information. 'The victim subsequently made 12 transactions totalling RM102,992.40 into three local accounts between Feb 6 and March 6. More worryingly, the victim also took out a bank loan to finance the investment,' Sibu District Police Chief, ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said in a statement today. But the promised returns never materialised. After a few weeks, the victim realised she had been duped and decided to lodge a police report yesterday. An investigation has been launched under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. ACP Zulkipli urged the public to exercise extreme caution when approached with investment opportunities, especially from unfamiliar individuals online. He also advised verifying any financial scheme with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) or the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) through their official websites or the Investment Checker app.
The Sun
25-04-2025
- The Sun
Marketing executive loses over RM100,000 in investment scam on dating app
SIBU: What began as a hopeful swipe right on a popular dating app ended in financial heartbreak for a local woman, who fell victim to a sophisticated online scam that drained her of over RM100,000. The sales and marketing executive, whose identity is being withheld for privacy reasons, had allegedly met a man claiming to be 'Lucian Hee Hao Yu', who introduced himself as an engineer, on the dating platform Bumble in early January. Their virtual romance quickly escalated, transitioning from Bumble to WhatsApp, where trust deepened. Soon, Lucian introduced the woman to what he said was a 'lucrative opportunity' - an exclusive investment scheme dubbed 'Private Placement,' promising swift and high returns. Under Lucian's direction, the victim was persuaded to register on a professional-looking website, and instructed to share her personal information. 'The victim subsequently made 12 transactions totalling RM102,992.40 into three local accounts between Feb 6 and March 6. More worryingly, the victim also took out a bank loan to finance the investment,' Sibu District Police Chief, ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said in a statement today. But the promised returns never materialised. After a few weeks, the victim realised she had been duped and decided to lodge a police report yesterday. An investigation has been launched under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. ACP Zulkipli urged the public to exercise extreme caution when approached with investment opportunities, especially from unfamiliar individuals online. He also advised verifying any financial scheme with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) or the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) through their official websites or the Investment Checker app. Additionally, the public can check suspicious bank accounts or phone numbers via the Semak Mule portal at or contact the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) at 997 for assistance.
The Sun
25-04-2025
- The Sun
Sibu woman loses over RM100K in dating app investment scam
SIBU: What began as a hopeful swipe right on a popular dating app ended in financial heartbreak for a local woman, who fell victim to a sophisticated online scam that drained her of over RM100,000. The sales and marketing executive, whose identity is being withheld for privacy reasons, had allegedly met a man claiming to be 'Lucian Hee Hao Yu', who introduced himself as an engineer, on the dating platform Bumble in early January. Their virtual romance quickly escalated, transitioning from Bumble to WhatsApp, where trust deepened. Soon, Lucian introduced the woman to what he said was a 'lucrative opportunity' - an exclusive investment scheme dubbed 'Private Placement,' promising swift and high returns. Under Lucian's direction, the victim was persuaded to register on a professional-looking website, and instructed to share her personal information. 'The victim subsequently made 12 transactions totalling RM102,992.40 into three local accounts between Feb 6 and March 6. More worryingly, the victim also took out a bank loan to finance the investment,' Sibu District Police Chief, ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said in a statement today. But the promised returns never materialised. After a few weeks, the victim realised she had been duped and decided to lodge a police report yesterday. An investigation has been launched under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. ACP Zulkipli urged the public to exercise extreme caution when approached with investment opportunities, especially from unfamiliar individuals online. He also advised verifying any financial scheme with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) or the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) through their official websites or the Investment Checker app. Additionally, the public can check suspicious bank accounts or phone numbers via the Semak Mule portal at or contact the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) at 997 for assistance.
