Scammers use new video call tactic to dupe victims

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Elaborate scheme: A panicked victim will be connected to a syndicate member posing as a policeman through a video call. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star

“A total of 14 police reports were lodged this year with losses reaching RM960,500,” he told a press conference yesterday. “With such a backdrop, the victim will feel safe and give all information before transferring their funds,” he said.“We will not use video calls to receive police reports or conduct investigations.

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