Thorough investigation: Comm Ramli (second from left) showing some of the items seized in the probe at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 46 investigation papers have been opened in connection with the SILEGX investment scam, involving RM41.5mil in losses, says Comm Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf.
The Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) director said the syndicate actively promoted the crypto- based scheme on social media.
“Those interested will be included in a WhatsApp or Telegram group for further explanation on the investment being offered,” he told reporters at the CCID headquarters yesterday.
So far, 46 victims have lodged police reports, including 15 senior citizens, he said.
He said three senior citizens were among the latest victims, who lost more than RM5mil.
“One of the victims, a 71-year-old man saw an advertisement for the investment scheme on Facebook and contacted the WhatsApp number displayed.
“He was then added to a WhatsApp group before being given more explanation on the investment scheme,” he said.
After registering his account, the victim transferred RM5mil to eight bank accounts in 42 transactions, Comm Ramli said.
“In early March, the victim was informed that the platform was having trouble and they must withdraw their investments at the risk of their (investment) accounts being frozen.
“At that time, the victim saw his investment had produced almost RM1bil in profits.
“But when he wanted to make the withdrawal, he was imposed a fee of RM1.01mil. Feeling suspicious, he lodged a police report,” he said.
Comm Ramli said police have detected 39 bank accounts used by the scam to receive money from victims.
