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The victim lodged a police report after the suspect continued to pressure her to make further payments using various excuses. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily.

Investigations found that the scam syndicates typically use social media and instant messaging applications, offering part-time jobs that promise quick and high earnings before asking victims to make advance payments into mule accounts. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Joe shows the building allegedly used as the 'scammer' headquarters in Cambodia.

The victim used all her savings and proceeds from selling jewellery to make transfers to several bank accounts between July 1 and 3, and then was instructed to make an additional payment of RM75,000. - 123RF photo

Forced criminality takes place in various business premises such as casinos, hotels and entertainment centres. - AFP file photo

Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah. Bernama FILE PIX

Alleged scam centre workers and victims sit on the ground during a crackdown operation by the Karen Border Guard Force (BGF) on illicit activity at the KK Park complex in Myanmar's eastern Myawaddy township on February 26, 2025. Photo by AFP

The 45-year-old man from Johor who only wish to be known as Teo, said he was tricked into believing he would be offered a translation job in Thailand with a salary of RM7,000 in August 2023. Photo for illustrative purposes only - 123RF

Photo for illustration purpose only. - File photo

Photo for illustration purposes only.