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Hong Kong Woman Scammed of HK$4.9 Million in Investment Fraud

4/18/2026

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A Hong Kong woman lost about HK$4.9 million (US$625,800) in an online scam tied to fake investment experts.
She transferred funds to 20 bank accounts over three months after being lured by a social media post.
She reported the case to police on April 15.
The investigation is ongoing.
In 2025, Hong Kong recorded 43,212 crimes, with nearly half being deception cases, and police warn about fake government letters with QR codes, urging verification with authorities.

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Story summary

A Hong Kong woman lost about HK$4.9 million (US$625,800) in an online scam tied to fake investment experts.
She transferred funds to 20 bank accounts over three months after being lured by a social media post.
She reported the case to police on April 15.
The investigation is ongoing.
In 2025, Hong Kong recorded 43,212 crimes, with nearly half being deception cases, and police warn about fake government letters with QR codes, urging verification with authorities.