Sunday, 16 April 2023

Warning: Possible Scam Text Message Claiming to be Family Member's New Number

Beware of a possible scam text message received on April 13th that reads "Dad I've just upgraded my phone now save this number instead, I'll be using it from now on." The sender claims to be a family member, but this is not verified.

The message was sent from phone number 0785 8942248, and a similar message was sent on April 15th from a different number, 0776 1679469.

If you receive a similar message from an unknown number, block it and do not engage. This could be an attempt to scam you.

Stay vigilant and protect yourself from potential fraud.

Read about this scam doings its rounds reported before on this blog at https://bexleywatch.blogspot.com/search?q=whatsapp+scam

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