Students in Singapore lose over S$30,000 to scammers impersonating educational institutions

At least 20 cases have been reported in March so far, said the police. - Photo: ST

SINGAPORE: At least S$31,000 has been lost in scams involving the impersonation of educational institutions in less than three weeks, with at least 20 cases reported in March so far.

Victims would receive e-mails requesting urgent payment of outstanding school or tuition fees, said the police on Thursday (March 19).