phone scam

Have you ever received a call like this?

This is happening right now in Southeast Minnesota! #IdentityThefit #Warning #PleaseShareWithFamilyMembers

Here's a fresh take on an old scam. Sigh.

Three different text messages that were all scams showed up on my phone last week. You may have received these too but if not, look at the screenshots I grabbed and be ready. Since I didn't bite, these scammers are still very hungry.

This scammer did their homework.

The scammer is posing as an actual member of the team, making it seem more believable.

If you are a frequent Target shopper or just bop in there once in awhile, you should be aware of this.

Authorities are warning central Minnesotans about a new phone scam circulating in the area.

The Stoughton Police Department shared details of the scenario in hopes others won't fall for it.

Some of the area codes on these calls can be a clear red flag you should be aware of, as they are most likely coming from foreign scammers.

The scam includes graphic images and videos.

About 60 million Americans reported a phone scam in 2021, easily making phone scams one of the most common, and one Minnesota area code is frequently used.