Scam

[Emma92]

Another scam with a new number offering 40% discount due to covid. Sounded very convincing but not true. The phone number was 03333444817

[MI5 · Accepted solution]

@Emma92 

Block the number and report it free to 7726.
DO NOT follow any links or enter any information.
O2 advice here https://www.o2.co.uk/help/safety-and-security/phishing-and-smishing-advice
https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/
How to block a number:
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00062352/
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201229
O2 never text from a mobile number.

[Bambino]

@Emma92 Please remove the phone number so that no one inadvertently (or stupidly) decides to call or text it. Go to Options in the right hand corner of your post, then the drop down Edit Reply.

Edit: Also flagged.

[jonsie]

The 40% offer has been doing the rounds for a while.

Just another disgusting scam that many have fallen for and lived to regret

[WSF]

I got scammed. Caller sent me a code via text and asked me to tell them what it was. I stupidly told them!!! I feel so dumb because I know better!!! Anyone else have this experience? How did you handle it ? I called the fraud dept at O2 and they had me change my password and security question. Should I be concerned about anything else?

[jonsie]

Keep checking My O2 to make sure your address hasn't been changed

Also check your bank accounts and keep an eye on your credit score