More than 400 people arrested in connection with scams in which victims lost over $5.4 million

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SINGAPORE - Police are investigating 424 people involved in 786 scam cases, in which the victims lost more than $5.4 million.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SINGAPORE - Police are investigating 424 people involved in 786 scam cases, in which the victims lost more than $5.4 million.The suspects - 279 men and 145 women aged between 16 and 81 - were rounded up in a three-week operation conducted between July 18 and Aug 7 by the Commercial Affairs Department and the seven police land divisions.Those found guilty of cheating can be jailed for up to 10 years and fined.

For scam-related advice, the public can call the anti-scam helpline on 1800-722-6688 or go to this website. Those who wish to provide information on scams may call the police on 1800-255-0000, or do so at this website.

 

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