Public warned about new WhatsApp scam targeting mothers
This is actually so concerning. A warning has been issued about a new WhatsApp scam targeting mothers. Fraudsters are contacting mums and pretending to be their children. The new scam is one of dozens that have emerged in recent months. WhatsApp users have been warned not to respond to unusual messages claiming to be from […]
4 years ago
Gardaí warn public of Covid vaccine scam
Be careful. An Garda Síochána, the HSE and The Department of Health have put out a warning advising members of the public to be aware of potential scams relating to the Covid-19 vaccine. In recent days, An Garda Síochána has become aware of members of the public having received fraudulent text messages and calls regarding […]
6 years ago
Garda Síochána alert about Text Message Scam focused on accessing bank details
An Garda Síochána at the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau wish to alert the Public to an ongoing Text Message Scam focused on gaining access to personal bank accounts. An Garda Síochána supported by the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) are advising consumers to be on the alert to a text message or ‘smishing’ […]
7 years ago
Irish public warned of new phone scam claiming that their internet needs to be fixed
Be on your guard.
8 years ago
Parents are being warned to be on the look out for this Whatapps scam
Have you been sent this message over WhatsApp? A lot of Irish people have been caught out by a scam text message being sent over the popular messaging app WhatsApp. I’ve seen many people in my home feed warn others to be wary of this message pretending to give families free passes to Tayto Park. […]
8 years ago
Lidl warn customers to not engage with a scam doing the rounds
Do not engage
9 years ago