HK China Express: WhatsApp scams cases hike in HK

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Source: SBS

Almost 250 people in Hong Kong lose HK$1.9 million in WhatsApp scam. Biggest case involved woman who lost HK$119,000 in 24 hours after being conned into buying more than 50 points cards for online games. Renee Cheung report.



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