For want of a 'Datuk Seri' title, Johor business owner loses RM375,000 to scammer
MUAR, May 16 -- A 45-year-old woman was conned out of RM375,000 after her business partner told her that the money would get her the honorific title of "Datuk Seri" from Pahang.
Muar police chief Assistant Commissioner Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the victim alleged she was offered the honorific title by the suspect almost two years ago in June of 2022.
"The victim, who was interested in the offer, agreed and made several online transactions in smaller amounts for 35 times until the total payment of RM375,000 was made.
"Upon the full payment, the victim said she was notified by the suspect in August of the same year that her name was on the list of recipients for the 'Datuk Seri' title.
"However, the victim checked on the portal and f...
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