The White Settlement Police Department has issued a stark warning regarding a recent spate of text-based scams camouflaged as city surveys, which has sprung up to ensnare unwary individuals under the guise of gathering data. Residents of White Settlement have been the target of unsolicited texts, prompting advisories against engaging with these dubious communications. The scammers employ texts masquerading as legitimate surveys, which, in reality, could potentially be a front for more nefarious activities like identity theft or phishing attempts.
In a social media statement that’s been circulating, White Settlement Police stated: “We’ve heard from several White Settlement residents this afternoon about a text poll that was sent out. Please note, this was not sent by the City of White Settlement or at the direction of the City.” The alert underscores a significant issue in the digital age, where the distinction between genuine and fraudulent can often be blurred to the disadvantage of the everyday citizen. With a cautionary tone, the department advises the public to exercise vigilance when clicking on links from anonymous or unknown numbers or sources…