KUCHING, July 13 -- Chung Hua Middle School (CHMS) No. 4 has condemned the actions of individuals who allegedly impersonated the school and its principal to solicit funds from the public.

CHMS No. 4 principal Johnny Kon said he had received numerous reports from the public stating they had been contacted via text messages and other means asking for financial assistance.

He reminded the community to remain vigilant and not to trust any messages to prevent financial losses.

"These actions of attempting to defraud the public using the school's name or impersonating me have seriously damaged the school's and my reputation," he said in a statement.

Kon said neither he nor the school would request purchases, fund transfers, or any other mon...