VicPD is warning the public to be cautious online after a local resident lost a significant amount of money to a scam involving cryptocurrency and fake job tasks.
Officers say the scam, reported on June 27, began in May when the victim received a text message from someone claiming to be a company recruiter.
The victim was directed to a cryptocurrency app and was initially provided with a small amount of money.
The scheme escalated when the victim was asked to complete tasks, including online reviews and investments, with promises of reimbursement and commission. After investing heavily, the individual realized it was a…
