The City of St. John’s has issued a public alert regarding a text scam in circulation, deceiving individuals into paying a substantial amount for a fictitious parking violation. Per a city social media post, the scam involves sending a link to a fake website prompting recipients to click on a “Pay Now” button.
It is important to note that the city does not utilize text messages to notify individuals about parking tickets or accept direct payments. The city advises people to exercise caution and refrain from clicking on suspicious links for online transactions without proper verification.
Individuals who receive such phishing text messages are encouraged to report them to the RNC. Stay informed by downloading the free CBC News app for push alerts specific to CBC Newfoundland and Labrador or subscribing to the daily headlines newsletter.
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