Yakima Job Scam Text Has Some Major Red Flags
I’m not sure if scammers are getting more careless or dumber. But judging from a recent scam that was attempted on me, I’m willing to bet it’s a bit of both. Check out the text for a tried (and failed) scam that I got mid-August.
Text Message Scams On The Rise
The Federal Trade Commission has reported that consumers across the country have lost over $470 million dollars to scams involving text messages.
That is staggering, and the only way not to fall victim is to think before you click and to stay vigilant. Watch for details and things that don’t seem right.
My Scam Text Message
Usually, unsolicited text messages giving you an opportunity is usually a good telltale sign of a scam. But then I noticed the ‘details’ and laughed.
“Hello! This is Rebecca H****** from Amazon’s Remote Recruitment Team.”
That is how my text started; it then continued by telling me that, after she reviewed my background, they felt I’d be a great fit to work for Amazon here in Washington, helping their sub shops and merchants reach more customers.
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It gave me a range of pay and hours, talked about training, and made me feel pretty good. Then the first red flag:
Some Things Don't Seem Right About This Offer
“If you are at least 23 years old and interested in learning more, please text…”
They don’t know I’m over 23, even though they’ve reviewed my background, but they don’t know that I’m over 23? Come on, Mohamed! Oh, I forgot to mention, the text was sent from MohamedS*****n1@icloud.com. Why would Rebecca’s email address be MohamedS*****n1@icloud.com? Scam!
Once again, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Just delete it, report it as spam, and most importantly, DO NOT give any personal information to anyone asking for it, especially if you did NOT initiate the interaction.
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Gallery Credit: Bruce Mikells
