Recent reports show a spike in messages that falsely claim purchases at major retailers. Recipients often receive a thank‑you note from a store they never visited, prompting confusion and sometimes a request for personal info. The pattern suggests a classic phishing or spoofing tactic aimed at harvesting data or prompting a callback. Ignore any link or reply, and verify directly with the retailer using official contact channels. Consider blocking the number and reporting it to your carrier or the FTC. Stay skeptical of unsolicited receipts, especially when they reference locations or transactions you don’t recognize.
I received a suspicious text from this number, thanking me for shopping at Macy's, which I've never done