The Kuwaiti authorities have unveiled a scam that had been using the shortage of domestic help in the country for fraud. A fraudster used his opportunity to help people obtain domestic workers as a means to get unauthorized access to their bank accounts.
The scam went as follows: the fraudster promised to supply domestic help, collecting significant fees from desperate families seeking assistance. However, instead of fulfilling the demand, the scammer would steal funds directly from the victim’s bank accounts, leaving many without either the promised services or their money.
Kuwaiti law enforcement is investigating the fraud in its entirety, which is believed to have affected many people and businesses. The authorities are asking the public to be on the lookout and report any suspicious activity related to domestic help agencies.
This case has brought into the limelight the vulnerability of people in high-demand sectors and the need for strict regulations and awareness in the domestic help market in Kuwait.
