Kuching Senior Loses RM111,245 to Facebook Part-Time Job Scam — 24 Transactions Into 6 Accounts
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A 67-year-old Kuching man lost over RM111,000 after falling for an online part-time job scam on Facebook.
The victim came across a Facebook page called "RWESHOPS" that promised lucrative commission-based earnings. After signing up, he was instructed to complete online tasks — and to make payments to "unlock" commissions.
He carried out 24 transactions into 6 different bank accounts.
By the time he realised it was a scam, RM111,245 was gone.
Location: Kuching
Details: Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code. He urged the public to:- Verify suspicious accounts through Semak Mule portal (semakmule.rmp.gov.my)
- Contact NSRC hotline at 997 within 24 hours if scammed
- Report suspicious activities to Sarawak Commercial Crime Department at 011-62890089
Source: DayakDailyHave you or someone you know encountered similar online job scams? Drop a comment to warn others.
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