SIBU: A mechanic has lost more than RM317,000 after falling victim to a bogus online investment scheme.
Sibu OCPD Asst Comm Zulkipli Suhaili said the victim, in his 40s, became acquainted with a woman from China through Facebook on June 13.
The woman allegedly offered him an investment opportunity involving the purchase and resale of jewellery, claiming it could yield attractive returns.
“Enticed by the promise of a 10% commission, the victim made 21 transactions to 10 different bank accounts between June 13 and July 28, amounting to RM317,048,” Zulkipli said in a statement on Monday (Aug 25).
When the victim later attempted to withdraw his supposed earnings, he received no response from the operators. The website linked to the scheme was also found to be inaccessible.
Realising he had been cheated, the victim lodged a police report.
The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating.
