A man will be charged in court today (Oct 19) for allegedly scamming over 500 people by selling gaming chairs, gaming consoles and other electronics on E-commerce platforms.
Earlier this month, the Police received multiple reports from victims claiming that they have been cheated by an online vendor selling cheap gaming chairs, gaming consoles, and electronic lifestyle items on the e-commerce site Carousell. The victims reportedly did not get their items after making payments via bank transfers and PayNow.
According to preliminary investigations, the guy is suspected of defrauding more than 500 people out of more than S$400,000.
Image of scam listings (Source Singapore Police Force)
Police working with Carousell
The Police worked with Carousell to uncover the identity of the man and arrested him. He will be facing charges for cheating, if he is convicted, he will face a jailed of up to 10 years and a fine.