Xu Jiafu Says Girlfriend Suspected of Stealing Cash and Borrowing in His Name

A Malaysian man working in Singapore says a relationship that began this year has left him facing missing valuables, debt collectors and threats directed at his family. Xu Jiafu, who lives in Pontian, told reporters he suspects his Vietnamese girlfriend took his cash and gold jewellery and used his identity details to borrow money from illegal lenders. According to China Press, Xu said he met the 20-year-old woman at a nightlife venue in April. The pair began dating and started living together in July. After several months, he discovered that cash and jewellery had gone missing from his home. He estimated the loss at about RM10,000, equivalent to roughly S$3,152. Xu said he believes the woman may also have used his identification information to obtain loans from loan sharks. He claimed that he and members of his family were then pursued for repayment and subjected to intimidation. His sister’s home was allegedly targeted with red paint, adding to the family’s alarm. The account remains Xu’s suspicion as reported by the newspaper; the article does not establish that the woman took the items or borrowed money using his details. Xu’s statements describe the fallout he says he and his relatives have experienced, while leaving questions about who was responsible for the missing property and the alleged loan applications unanswered.