CHUKAI: A security officer from a private company lost RM303,750 after falling victim to a phone scam syndicate.
Kemaman district police chief Supt Mohd Razi Rosli said it started in December last year when the 40-year-old man was contacted by a syndicate member.
The individual had posed as a police personnel who claimed the victim would face legal action for his alleged involvement in drug abuse and money laundering.
“Panicked and fearful, the victim made 15 transactions amounting to RM303,750 to nine different bank accounts between Dec 29, 2024, and Feb 24 this year.
“Apart from using his savings, he also took out a personal loan and borrowed money from friends,” said Supt Mohd Razi.
He said the victim realised he had been scammed and lodged a police report at the Kemaman district police headquarters on Sunday.
The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code.
