Employee Defrauded of Millions, Borrowed Money from Boss: Ruifang Police and Hushan Industry Host Fraud Awareness Seminar

▲ The Ruifang Police Precinct collaborates with Hushan Autoparts Inc. to hold a fraud awareness seminar.
(Photo provided by Ruifang Police Precinct)

New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih and Police Bureau Director Liao Hsun-cheng have emphasized the need to effectively reduce fraud cases and combat scam syndicates. In line with this goal, a letter was sent to business owners, encouraging them to take preventive measures against fraud. After receiving the letter, the chairman of Hushan Autoparts Inc., located in the Ruifang Industrial Zone, was reminded of a past incident where an employee fell victim to a scam, resulting in millions of dollars in debt to banks and even approaching the chairman for a loan. Recognizing the need for action, the chairman contacted the Ruifang Police Precinct to organize a fraud awareness seminar.

During the seminar, the Ruifang Police Precinct’s Fraud Prevention Team analyzed common scam tactics observed within the jurisdiction. The team highlighted "fake investment" and "fake relationships" as frequent scam methods and presented real-life cases in the form of engaging stories to the employees. They also explained the strategies used by scammers in detail. The session received a positive response from employees, with one even sharing that they had recently encountered a scam but avoided being deceived after recalling similar anti-fraud awareness campaigns conducted in the area.

▲ Ruifang Police Precinct Chief Li Chih-yuan advises against joining “low capital, high returns” investment groups promoted by scammers.

Ruifang Police Precinct Chief Li Chih-yuan cautioned against believing in scam groups that promote “low capital, high returns” and invite individuals to join so-called investment groups. He identified key phrases used in fake investment scams, such as "guaranteed profits," "insider tips," "sure wins," and "deposit guarantee fees," warning people not to fall for them. He also urged vigilance against "fake relationships combined with investment scams," where fraudsters pretend to be online friends or romantic partners to lure victims into their "high-yield investment plans."Chief Li encouraged the public to call the anti-fraud hotline at 165 or 110 to verify any suspicious activities and protect their financial assets.