Scams amidst festive cheer


KUALA LUMPUR: The police are warning customers to be wary of scams involving the purchase of biscuits and goods associated with the festive season as the Year of the Dragon approaches.

“It is important to stay vigilant and not be fooled by the tactics of scammers, particularly those using social media, to dupe victims,” said Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) director Comm Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf (pic).

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