Posing as 'Leon', she scammed the victim of at least $4,705.64 💰
The woman, who had pretended to be a man, started flirting with the victim over WhatsApp.
She was sentenced a four months' jail term on Monday after pleading guilty to one charge each of cheating and criminal intimidation.In addition to the extortion, Phang also deceived the victim into buying food and game credits for her, which the victim initially paid for using her own money, but later had to borrow from her father and sister.In total, the victim lost at least $4,705.64, the court was told.
According to Deputy Public Prosecutor Shen Wanqin, Phang's plan was to deceive the victim, play with her feelings and get her to believe that she had fallen in love with 'Leon'.
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