RM300k lost in fake beer and cigarette deal

MIRI: A 49-year-old man here found himself over RM300,000 poorer after falling victim to a fraudulent scheme by an individual posing as his old friend. The unsuspecting victim, who also owns a company, was enticed by the suspect’s offer of discounted beer and cigarettes, which he claimed were available at a lower price than the […]

Man pleads not guilty to RM300k fraud

KUCHING: A real estate agent pleaded not guilty before the Magistrates’ Court here today to fraudulent criminal offence allegedly committed on May 11 involving 32 financial transactions. The 47-year-old man was charged with seven counts under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating which carries a jail term of not less than one year […]