Local Government Center Warns of SMS Scam Targeting Residents
The Center for Local Government is alerting the public to a wave of SMS scams impersonating local authorities and demanding payment. These fraudulent messages, which have been reported in various municipalities in recent weeks, falsely claim residents owe money for property taxes, water bills, and other municipal fees.
The scam messages include links for settling these alleged debts. However, the Center warns that clicking these links and entering credit card details could lead to identity theft and unauthorized charges. Residents are advised to avoid paying through links received via text message.
Instead, citizens should independently verify any outstanding payments by visiting their local authority's official website or logging into their personal online account. For those using the MuniBox digital wallet, payments can be checked and made directly through the PayBox app without needing to use suspicious links from messages.
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