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Singapore man, 71, loses $21,000 life savings to 4D lottery scam
Original: lottery scam
A 71-year-old man in Singapore lost his entire life savings of $21,000 to a 4D lottery scam. According to a report by Stomp, he was deceived into handing over the money and now survives on instant noodles and bread. The case has drawn attention to lottery scams targeting elderly residents.
Why now: The case is drawing attention because of the victim's age, the total loss of his savings, and his severe financial hardship afterwards.
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- Man, 71, loses $21k in life savings to 4D lottery scam, now survives on instant noodles and bread · Stomp
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