Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, a fraudulent group falsely claiming to be 'Xie Jinhe' conned over 140 million from 32 victims. The scam syndicate in Taipei and New Taipei City, forcibly acquired accounts through hostages, which were then used by other fraud groups. The orchestrators impersonated financial expert Xie Jinhe on Facebook, promising high returns on investments. Police arrested the group leaders and backers, including a suspect named Jiang, on charges of fraud, money laundering, kidnapping, and organized crime. Victims were lured through job advertisements, with their accounts and cards sold to other scam groups. The police crackdown led to the arrest of 16 individuals. The authorities also highlighted the danger of job seekers falling prey to such scams, warning the public to stay vigilant, especially during the upcoming summer months.
Source: YAHOO