A Local borough resident received a text from Jazz Refunds:
"Hi (first name - and removed)
Your refund up to £5389 is unclaimed. Tax was taken from past PPI/Loans and is owed back. Click now: https://jazzmkt.co.uk vsms.io/GB"
Yes, the text message received from Jazz Refunds is likely a scam or phishing attempt. There are several red flags that indicate this:
- The text message is unsolicited, meaning you did not request it.
- The sender's name is vague and could be easily associated with a legitimate company.
- The text message claims that you are owed a large sum of money (£5389) in a refund. This is a common tactic used by scammers to lure people in.
- The text message contains a link to a website that is not the official website. The domain name,
jazzmkt.co.uk, is suspicious and does not appear to be associated with any legitimate company. - The text message contains a shortened URL,
vsms.io/GB. Shortened URLs can be used to hide the true destination of a link, which can be dangerous if the link is malicious.
If you click on the link in the text message, you may be taken to a fake website. This website may ask you to enter your personal information, such as your name, address, and credit card number. Scammers can use this information to steal your identity or commit fraud.
Do not click on the link in the text message and do not reply to it. If you think you may have been scammed, contact your bank or credit card company immediately.
Here are some tips to avoid being scammed:
- Be wary of unsolicited text messages, emails, and phone calls.
- Never click on links in unsolicited messages. If you are unsure whether a message is legitimate, contact the company directly using the contact information on their official website.
- Do not provide your personal information to anyone you do not know and trust.
If you think you have been scammed, report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or online at actionfraud.police.uk.