The police are currently receiving several reports of suspected scams in Umeå.
The individuals affected have received SMS messages stating that their pension payments have been adjusted. They are urged in the SMS to click on a link to "Pension Authority".
The police warn against clicking on the link and advise being cautious of SMS messages from unknown or unfamiliar numbers.
How you can protect yourself from fraud:
- Do not click on links in SMS messages if you are unsure where they lead.
- Language: Be cautious of SMS messages containing spelling mistakes, grammatical errors or unusual formulations.
- Content: Be skeptical of SMS messages urging you to click on a link, disclose personal information or make a payment.
- Urgency: Scammers often use urgent formulations to stress the recipient to act quickly.