A 67-year-old woman, surnamed Su, lost over $2,000 in a lottery scam after being convinced by a Facebook advertisement and promises of 'sure win' numbers. She transferred $350 for a one-year membership and was later asked to pay additional amounts to win prizes.
She thought that she would strike it rich, but she ended up losing over $2,000 in a lottery scam. The victim, surnamed Su, told Shin Min Daily News that she had chanced upon a Facebook advertisement last Thursday (Feb 29)That moment was akin to a blessing of good luck and fortune, said the 67-year-old, who had just quit her job as a kitchen assistant. She immediately submitted her personal information via the provided link and was contacted by a 'staff member' on WhatsApp that very night.
Their promise of delivering 'sure win' numbers, coupled with picture proof of past customers who had won the lottery, further convinced Su of the agency's legitimacy.That night, the elderly woman transferred the agency $350 for a one-year membership. On Saturday, Su was contacted by another staff member who informed her that the agency has obtained insider information on the winning numbers. According to her, punters must pay a deposit of $5,000 to win the first prize, $4,000 to win the second prize and $2,000 to win the third priz
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