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Andorra police warn of surge in parcel-delivery SMS scams ahead of Christmas
Authorities report an increase in fraudulent texts impersonating courier firms and urge caution as the holiday season nears.
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Diari d'Andorra
Key Points
- Rise in SMS scams impersonating delivery companies reported in Andorra.
- Cybercriminals trying new tactics, especially ahead of Christmas.
- Police advise deleting suspicious messages and to 'trust them zero'.
- Verify parcel status only through the delivery firm's official channels.
Andorra's police have issued a fresh warning about a rise in fraudulent SMS messages that impersonate parcel delivery companies. Authorities say cybercriminals continue to try new scams, particularly now as the Christmas season approaches.
The police advise recipients to trust such messages zero and to delete them immediately. They recommend that anyone who is genuinely expecting a package verify its status only through the delivery firm's official channels.
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