TANGKAK: A female trader has lost RM66,825 after being duped by a part-time job scam advertised through a popular e-commerce application.
Tangkak police chief Supt Roslan Mohd Talib said the 36-year-old victim received the job offer via the app and was instructed to complete a series of tasks, with commission promised.
"Despite following all instructions and completing the tasks, the victim did not receive any payments," he said in a statement on Saturday (July 5).
Investigations revealed that the victim had carried out 12 fund transfers to eight different bank accounts, resulting in total losses of RM66,825.
The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years' imprisonment, whipping and a fine upon conviction.
Supt Roslan advised the public to be wary of job offers promising quick returns and to verify their authenticity to avoid being cheated. – Bernama
