HYANNIS – The Barnstable Police has received several reports of a new scam where the scammers are texting your cellphone. This scam uses your first name and advises you that you have a package awaiting delivery, but you must complete a survey prior to delivery.
Barnstable Police warn of texting scam
August 29, 2020
If you receive this text do not click any of the links within it as your personal information may be compromised if you do.
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