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⚠ Verified Scam Text Message

Do not click any links in this message. Forward to 7726 (SPAM) to report to your carrier.

Scam SMS Text

Utility Bill Scam

[UTILITY COMPANY]: Your gas service will be disconnected on [DATE] due to an unpaid balance of $[AMOUNT]. Pay now to avoid disconnection: [LINK]

Embedded Link (DO NOT VISIT)

utility-pay-now.net

Sender Number

Unknown

What To Do

  1. 1.Do not click the link in the message.
  2. 2.Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM) — works on all US carriers.
  3. 3.Block the sender number.
  4. 4.Report to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
  5. 5.If you clicked the link, change passwords and monitor accounts for unauthorized activity.
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