Kent residents targeted by COVID-19 Grant scam text

We have received reports of unsolicited text messages targeting Kent residents.

What happens:

You receive a text from an unknown number.
The text will start with 'GOVUK'
It will claim your are eligible for a COVID-19 grant due to the current lockdown.
You will be directed to a link to a fraudulent website.

What to do:

This is a phishing scam.
Do not click on any links.
Forward the text to report@phishing.gov.uk and then delete it.
If you have fallen victim to this scam, contact Citizens Advice on 0808 250 5050.

Please warn vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours.

Report it

Find out about how scammers may be trying to target you and your family during the Coronavirus pandemic. We can all be vulnerable to these criminals and the best way to protect yourself is to make sure you are aware. KCC Public protection have created a page that lists scams that are using the Pandemic to target you.

Forward

You can view our Privacy Notice at any time. It explains what personal data we hold about you, how we collect the data and how we may use and share information about you. We are required to give this information under the data protection law.

For advice and to report issues to KCC Trading Standards contact
Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 0808 223 1133
Consumer Advice scam s action line on 0808 250 5050
Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

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