Text message from'O2' saying that there was a problem with my bill

[Stewil007]

Hi,

i got a text message from +447776966355 with the body of the message saying

O2: We were unable to process your latest bill.  In order to avoid fees, please update your payment information via: (link to somehwere which i wont put here)

Is this a scam?

I'm trying to get through on the phone but as yet been on hold for over an hour....... 

[MI5]

@Stewil007 

It's a well known scam.
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

[Stewil007]

Hi MI5,

thanks for the prompt response, i'll report it asap

Regards

Stewil

[MI5]

You're welcome