The City of St. John’s has issued a public alert about a text scam in circulation that involves fraudulent demands for payment related to non-existent parking tickets. The scam operates by sending a link to a fake website, prompting recipients to click a “Pay Now” button, as outlined in a social media post by the city.
City officials emphasize that text messages are not utilized to notify individuals about parking violations, and direct payments are not accepted through this method. They urge the public to exercise caution and refrain from clicking on suspicious links for online transactions without proper verification.
Individuals who receive such phishing texts are encouraged to report them to the RNC for investigation and action. It is crucial for recipients to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to such fraudulent schemes.
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