Investment Scam Help

Investment fraud affects tens of thousands worldwide each year. If you've invested money in a scam, CybearTrace helps you take action fast, secure yourself, and file a legitimate case.

Luckily, You’ve Found The Experts

Investment fraud is a highly common scam affecting tens of thousands of Singaporeans each year. Scammers are highly sophisticated, using professional-looking websites and social media to mislead victims into investing.

Scammers act as licensed advisors or crypto traders with fake documents, often pressuring you to act fast or ‘miss out’. If you’ve invested money in a scam, you’ve found experts who can help you.

CybearTrace is a Cybercrime Response Service for scam victims in Singapore. Together, we can help you take action fast, secure yourself, and file a legitimate case that may help you recover what you’ve lost.

What it looks like

Understanding how these scams work is the first step to protecting yourself.

Case study

Investment Scams: What It Looks Like

Elaine*, a 62-year-old retiree, saw a polished trading website and dashboard from a scammer. The scammer then asked her to make a small $250 deposit, which eventually led to a “test withdrawal” of $50. This arrived instantly in her bank account.

That small payout erased her doubts and built complete trust. The scammer then pushed her to “invest more to unlock higher returns,” eventually persuading her to use credit cards and bank loans, and even to ask friends to join what looked like a credible system.

By month seven, Elaine had deposited nearly $40,000 when she was suddenly locked out of her account, and the scammer had cut off contact. She was left with growing debt, no access to funds, and deep shame. Her details are also passed on to fake Recovery Departments, which will contact her, claiming they can recover her lost funds.

However, their real intention is to extract even more money, usually by charging “recovery fees,” “legal costs,” or “administrative charges.”

This is a classic example of scams in Singapore, and how important it is to trust a reputable scam recovery expert.

*Not real names

What we do

Here’s how we can help you in an investment scam

Fast and immediate guidance for scam victims

Get expert advice within hours, not days. We understand time is critical.

Evidence and information collection

We help you gather and organize all relevant documentation for your case.

Case triage and advisory

Professional assessment of your situation with clear, actionable recommendations.

Response pathways and reporting

Guided assistance through official reporting channels and recovery options.

Why CybearTrace?

Our team is experienced, professional, and committed to your peace of mind.

Compliance-first process

Follows Singaporean authority rules and international best practices.

Secure client portal

Upload all case and scam information through our encrypted platform.

AU-SG privacy alignment

Your privacy and data are secure across jurisdictions.

Structured investigation workflow

A stress-free process designed to guide you every step of the way.

I've been scammed. What should I do?

The first hours are the most critical, and you need to move quickly. Here’s what you should do:

Stop all payments

Do not transfer more money, cryptocurrency, or make any more purchases.

Get evidence

Gather as much information as you can. Take screenshots, chat logs, payment receipts, TX IDs, profile links, or any documents.

Secure your accounts and cards

Change banking and platform passwords, remove auto-debit functions, and run a malware scan on your computer.

Report

File a report with ScamShield at 1799 or the Singapore police. ScamShield operates a 24/7 helpline.

If you're in...

Australia

ACCC Scamwatch

Singapore

ScamShield

Philippines

Scam Watch Philippinas

Other Countries

Contact CybearTrace

Investment scam help with CybearTrace

Evidence-first. Compliance-aligned. Tailored to you. Here’s what your after-action will look like with CybearTrace.

Immediate intake & triage (within 24 hours)

Contact our team and tell us about your unique case. This includes timelines as well as where and how the investment scam happened. We’ll also advise you on any time-sensitive operations that you’ll need to do immediately.

Portal set up

You’ll be given access to our secure client portal to upload your evidence, such as chats, screenshots, bank details, and other documents. All uploads will help us triage and build your case.

Immediate strategy and response plan

We’ll produce a clear action plan and will help you file police reports for ScamShield, MAS (when relevant), IMDA, and other regulators. If money has moved offshore, our investigators will trace it and work with partners and legal channels to request freezes or information.

Ongoing support & response pathway

Our team will keep you informed with regular updates, next steps, and realistic expectations, plus timelines. Although we cannot guarantee full recovery of your funds (no provider can), our fast process and strong relationship with local authorities can improve your recovery outcomes and minimise further loss.

Get Help Today

Scammers move fast. You should too. Get investment scam help today with CybearTrace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my money be recovered?

Unfortunately, we are unable to make guarantees on any money recovery. But what CybearTrace can do is give you the strongest possible footing to help you recover your money. We highly encourage you to act early and call us as soon as possible, as it can increase your chances of recovery.

Should I still contact CybearTrace if I already filed a police report in Singapore?

Yes. A police report is a must in all fraud cases. But if you want specialised fraud-response guidance, CybearTrace can help you gather evidence, prepare financial institution submissions, and take cross-border or platform-related actions that authorities may not handle directly.

I’m not sure if it was a scam. Can you check for me?

Absolutely! If you’re not sure whether you’ve been scammed, we can review your screenshots, platform links, TX IDs, conversations, and documents to confirm whether the investment platform or advisor is legitimate.