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Omicron Scam Texts - NHS Rapid Test Kit Scam Text linked to nhs-rapid-testkit .com
Omicron Scam Texts - NHS Rapid Test Kit Scam Text linked to nhs-rapid-testkit .com

Scammers are sending the NHS Omicron scam text below to potential victims with a link to the website: nhs-rapid-testkit .com. The aim of the NHS Omicron text scam, which claims the recipients have been in contact with someone who has Omicron, is to frighten and trick them into clicking the link. The link goes to a phishing website that steals personal and financial information.

The Omicron Text Scam

From: +44 7511 179403

NHS: You have been in contact with someone who has Omicron. Book a Test Kit today: hxxps://nhs-rapid-testkit.com
NHS Rapid Test Kit Scam at nhs-rapid-testkit .com

On the phishing website, visitors will be asked to purchase a testing kit and will be asked for personal and financial information in order to do so. But, if the requested information is submitted, it will be sent to the scammers behind the fake text, who will use it fraudulently.

If you have been tricked into submitting your financial information at hxxps://nhs-rapid-testkit.com, please contact your bank for help.

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