LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration warns state residents of a text scam that attempts to obtain personal financial information.
Example of a text that attempts to seal personal financial information
Courtesy: Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration
According to a press release, the text is circulating in Arkansas and several other states. It requests accurate account information so the state can deposit money. The release says this is an effort to fraudulently access bank accounts.
The DFA encourages residents to warn family and friends to ensure they are aware of the scam.
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The DFA recommends against providing Social Security numbers, banking details or tax account credentials. It says to avoid engaging in the correspondence in any way.
The release says the messages may appear to come from a government agency or taxing authority, but are not legitimate. They may suggest that immediate action is required to obtain the money.
The DFA says it will not send a text requesting sensitive or financial information. It urges all taxpayers to remain cautious, verify the source of any communication before taking action, and rely only on official state and federal websites for tax information and services.
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