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The fake NHS PCR Test text message below is a scam. The fake text, which claims recipients have been in contact with someone who has the Omicron variant and they must order a free PCR testing kit at mypcr-test.com, is being sent by scammers.
NHS: You have been in contact with someone who has the Omicron Variant. You must order a free PCR testing kit here: hxxps://mypcr-test.com
The domain mypcr-test.com was registered or created today and it's Whois information shows it is not associated with the government. Also, it is now being redirected to the NHS' website, which means the scam has been discovered and taken down.
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Had a text this morning. Same stuff slight variations but web site identifies as a scam.
One more this afternoon, nhs.book-pcr-testkit.com
I thought this had been taken down but received a text today and realised it was a scam when it asked for my card details for postage.
Another new one to my phone this morning 27/4/22 nhs.test-kits-gb.com/nhs
Got a new scam on Saturday so thought I'd post it for othersnhs.pcr-testkit-uk.comThis website was created 31st March 2022.
Is this also a scam?hxxps://online-pcr-test.comI’ve had two of these today.
Yes, it is a scam.
My parents got a copy of this today 9 March 22 too, so the scammers are trying again.
Received another version today:From 44 7938 603099 :You've been in close contact with someone who has been infected with the Omicron Variant. You will need a Test Kit: https://my-pcr-testkit.comDeleted. If concerned, obtain your own test kit from a chemist or https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
I had this text early this mornin which has worried me. I only realised after entering my home details and date of birth... I am scared these people now have all my personal details what should I do..I didn't give my bank details.
Just be careful going forward.
I've been sent a text from 07933 404395You've been in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive for Omicron. please order a test kit - hxxps://your-pcr-order.comTried to charge me £1.28 I entered my bank long number then realized it shut me off, I realized this was a scam.
I'd tell your bank and keep an eye on statements.If you gave date on card or number off back - contact bank urgently.
I got a text today from 44 751782128 saying that I had been in contact with someone who had tested positive for Covid and to go to http://your-pcr-order.com So the scams are still out there!
This is the text I got today from 07759129501NHS: You've been near someone with the Omicron Variant. Apply for a Test Kit today: hxxps://urgent-test-kit.com
Well its back. Just got a text from your-pcr-order.comI guess they don't stay down for long!
You've been in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive. Please order a test kit: hxxps://test-kit-home.com
I received this message today:You've been in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive. Please order a test kit: hxxps://testkithome.com from 447933454540
Another version todayNHS: Test & trace noticed you may have come in contact with a confirmed Omicron case. Please order a PCR testing kit urgently at: https://nhs-covid-19-test.comfrom 44 7522 639633
What should I do if I already ordered a test that it wasn't free because I needed to pay £1.34 for postage?
Contact your bank for help because the scammers will attempt to use your card fraudulently.
I've recieved yet another variation today:NHS: Someone who came into contact with you has tested positive for omicron, please order your test kit here visit: https://nhs.omicron-order-test-2344.com/The website impersonates the style of official NHS website and attempts to take credit card details.
Another variation: nhs-omicron-test.com
I got one today hxxps://nhs-omicron-pcr.com/
It is difficult to know what is legitimate. Received a message about contact with a person with omicron. Site is https://nhs-pcrtest.com That seems like the official site. Then a couple of Web pages in, it says we will take 1 penny from your credit/debit card (once you give us those details) To verify who you are. It mirrors the NHS site perfectly and may indeed be the official nhs site. Does anyone know if it is legit? Thanks for any help you can give.
I do not trust the website. Go to https://www.nhs.uk/
Just received a variation on this:NHS: You have been around a confirmed Omicron case. You must order a PCR testing kit or manage your vaccine urgently here: https://nhs-covidtestkits.com