Muar police chief Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the 27-year-old man met an individual through an app and was offered a part-time job.

He said the victim was asked to conduct a survey on energy efficiency through a provided link, with a promise of a 20% commission.

“Drawn by the attractive returns, the victim registered as an agent on a website.

“However, to access the survey link, he was asked to make 14 transactions to five different accounts, amounting to RM113,086.40.

“Based on what was displayed on the website, the victim was shown to have made a profit of RM130,000.

“However, when he wanted to withdraw the profit, he was asked to make additional payments. This made the victim realise he had been scammed,” Raiz said today.

The victim lodged a police report yesterday.

Raiz advised the public to remain vigilant and exercise caution when dealing with people online.