How a Fake Moomoo Ad Led to the “New Dream Voyage 5” Scam

A young engineer in Sibu has suffered a loss of RM247,000 after being deceived by an online investment scam that used the name “Moomoo Malaysia” to lure unsuspecting investors.

Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said the victim first encountered the scam through a Facebook advertisement promoting what appeared to be a legitimate Moomoo-related investment opportunity. After clicking on the link, he was contacted on WhatsApp and later added to a group known as “New Dream Voyage 5”. Members of the group claimed to offer professional guidance on stock investments.

The scammers instructed him to download an application called “WHG Roup”, claiming the platform was linked to Windsor Heritage Capital and Nexi Speak Global. These details were used to create the impression of a structured and credible investment operation.

Between 20 October and 9 November, the victim made 15 transactions amounting to RM247,000 into a local bank account. The scam became more convincing when he received a return of RM28,000, which led him to believe that the investment was genuine. This early payout served as a confidence-building tactic, a common method used by online fraud groups to secure larger sums.

The situation changed when the scammers pushed him to invest an additional RM250,000. Their insistence raised his suspicion, prompting him to stop further payments and file a police report.

ACP Zulkipli confirmed that the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. He stressed the need for the public to remain cautious when confronted with investment opportunities that promise unusually high or fast returns, particularly those promoted through social media.

He also urged individuals to verify the legitimacy of investment platforms through official sources such as Bank Negara Malaysia and the Securities Commission Malaysia. Tools like the Investment Checker can help determine whether a financial offer is genuine, while suspicious bank accounts and phone numbers can be verified through authorised channels.