Key Facts
• July 9, 2025, 12:40 PM: Abashiri Police Department disclosed investment fraud details.
• A woman in her 60s from Okhotsk region was targeted via an online stock site.
• Fraud occurred between May 22 and June 6, 2025, totaling ¥8.1 million.
• Victim was persuaded to download an investment app and transfer funds.
• Police advise consulting family or calling #9110 before transferring money.
Summary
On July 9, 2025, the Abashiri Police Department released details of an investment fraud case. A woman in her 60s from the Okhotsk region was scammed out of ¥8.1 million between May 22 and June 6, 2025. She was lured through an online stock site and persuaded to download an investment app, leading to multiple fund transfers. Authorities urge caution when approached for money via social media and recommend consulting family or contacting #9110 for advice.
