Fraud Alerts –Β Text Message Scams
AHS has received reports of a scam using text messages, AHS will never ask you to provide your credit card or SIN # via email, text or over the phone. Please report any text messages to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre:
https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/report…
The Rocky Mountain House RCMP is warning residents about fraudulent text messages claiming health cards are no longer valid and asking recipients to complete an online application to receive a replacement.
These messages are scams designed to collect personal information. Government agencies will not send unsolicited texts asking you to provide personal, financial, or health information through a link.
Stay alert:
ο Donβt click on links in unexpected text messages
ο Donβt share personal or banking information
ο Verify information directly through official government websites or phone numbers
ο Delete suspicious messages and report concerns to your local police service
Scammers often create a sense of urgency to pressure people into acting quickly. Take a moment to stop, verify, and protect your information.
