York County, SC – Residents are being warned today about a new text message scam circulating in the community. The York County Sheriff’s Office reported that the scheme involves a fake one-time password (OTP) for a withdrawal that victims never initiated. The message then urges recipients to call a number to “verify” the activity.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the phishing attempt is designed to trick residents into giving away sensitive financial information. Officials say the scam is spreading quickly and could impact anyone with a mobile phone in York County and across South Carolina.
The Sheriff’s Office outlined several red flags to watch for, including messages from unknown or random numbers, unsolicited OTP codes or withdrawal alerts, and requests to call a phone number to confirm account activity. They also cautioned residents against falling for overly urgent or suspicious language.
Authorities advise residents not to respond to the messages or call the numbers provided. Officials stressed that residents should never share their one-time passwords with anyone. Instead, those who receive the scam texts should use their phone’s “Report Junk” feature to help flag fraudulent activity.
The Sheriff’s Office continues to monitor the situation and is urging the public to remain cautious with all unsolicited financial messages.
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