Scam alert: fake credit‑card charge text!

Summary — +17542713514

Untrustworthy
Caller Name: Unknown/no name
Caller Type: SMS
Location: United States
Reviews: 7

Expert Opinion

Bottom line: these messages are classic scam attempts that pretend to be a credit‑card alert and push a bogus 1‑888‑910‑8527 support line. The text copies a familiar “charge $487.56” format to create urgency, then asks recipients to call an unfamiliar number, where personal data or payment info may be harvested. Recipients should never click links or dial unfamiliar numbers, especially when the sender is unknown. Keep the number blocked and report it to your carrier’s spam‑filter service. Consider enabling two‑factor authentication on banking apps and monitoring statements for unauthorized charges. If you’re unsure, contact your bank directly using a verified phone number.

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Recent Reports for (754) 271-3514

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I got a text from this number inquiring about my well-being, but when I revealed my identity, the sender claimed it was a wrong number and then suggested we become friends.

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These scammers are exceptionally active, as indicated by the message I received!

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A text was received with instructions to call 1-888-910-8527 for confirmation, prompting me to block the sender's number without delay

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I just recieved a text from this number:

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I just got the same text, i dont know what to make of it

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I have had the same experience

17542713514 SMS Unknown/no name

A text message was received, stating that a credit card would be charged $487.56 for an unspecified order, with instructions to contact support at 1-888-910-8527 if the order was not recognized.

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