KOTA KINABALU: A total of 486 online fraud cases were reported here in the past 10 months, resulting in losses totalling RM13.9mil, says Kota Kinabalu Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Sabin Samitah.
He made the statement during the recent “Beware of Scammers! We Are Clever Too” programme, a collaborative effort between the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) and Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK).
The event aimed to raise public awareness about scam tactics while equipping participants to identify and combat various types of fraud.
“This initiative marks a significant step towards building a more vigilant society and fostering collaboration in combating online financial crimes.
“It also sought to strengthen collaboration between law enforcement, non-governmental organisations, the private sector, and the community to combat financial crimes effectively,” he said.
He urged all stakeholders to protect their communities by sharing information via social media and encouraging the use of the NSRC hotline, 997, to report online scams.
Over 250 attendees, including civil servants, retirees, students, and youth, participated in the programme.
They engaged in discussions, learned practical tips, and visited information booths set up by agencies such as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Bank Negara Malaysia, and the police.
Prominent figures, including Sabah Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission director Datuk Karunanithy Subbiah, National Financial Crime Centre director-general Datuk Seri Shamsun Baharin Mohd Jamil, and his deputy Ahmad Sazilee Abdul Khairi, were present to show support.sabah
