Beware of fake ‘Datuk Seri’ scammers, warns MCA complaints chief


KUALA LUMPUR: The public has been warned to remain vigilant against individuals falsely claiming to hold the title of “Datuk Seri” to lure victims into investing in fraudulent schemes.

MCA Public Services and Complaints Department head Datuk Seri Michael Chong said his office has received six reports involving such scams, including one victim who claimed to have lost RM400,000.

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