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Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Holiday season sees rise in text and email scams

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State Representative Kevin Schmidt (IL) | Representative Kevin Schmidt (R) 114th District

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (IL) | Representative Kevin Schmidt (R) 114th District

Text and email scams are increasingly common, particularly during the holiday season. These scams often target unsuspecting individuals, using tactics that can lead to significant financial loss.

One recent incident highlights the severity of this issue. An Illinois resident nearly lost $30,000 due to a scam text. This case underscores the importance of vigilance when dealing with unsolicited messages.

The holiday season tends to see a rise in such fraudulent activities as scammers exploit the increased online shopping and digital communication typical of this time of year. Consumers are urged to be cautious and verify the authenticity of any suspicious communications they receive.

For more information on how to protect yourself from scams, visit: https://1440wrok.com/scam-text-cost-illinois-resident-almost-30000

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