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Scam or not

Just had 2 text messages telling me that I have been in contact with someone isolating from COVID and to order a specific Omicron test kit.  I took this at face value until asked to pay £1 for delivery.I then began checking and the messages come from a telephone number +44 7840 574028.NHS blue logo used and warnings that this is an Omicron specific test.   Also if I decline, I will be forced to isolate.As I have not been anywhere for 10 days except to walk the dog and never take my phone with me, I am sceptical.

Elizabeth Ross ● 1666d8 Comments

Has all the hallmarks of a scam.

Paul Scullion ● 1666d

Unless you know for certain that it is definitely NOT a scam, then you should assume it is.In this case they only want your £1 to establish your bank details - then theyll try to clean out your account.

Richard Cathcart ● 1666d

I had the same- rang drs. who said it was a scam as I hadn’t been in touch with anyone- it’s a scam

Helen Bamberger ● 1666d

Thanks to all of you.  I nearly got caught but stopped at filling out any forms requesting personal information.

Elizabeth Ross ● 1666d

It's a scam ! Once they had your bank details you'd have had your bank account emptied

Loraine Pemberton ● 1666d

Quite simpleUnless you know what and who no person texts or emails someone for personal info or indeed money.

Julian Pavey ● 1666d

Also - the NHS Covid-19 App uses Notifications not text messages.

Les Fletcher ● 1666d

Useful information, thanks

Elizabeth Ross ● 1666d