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Consumers reminded to 'check the link' following rise in phone scams

Nov 12, 2025 13:35
By Shannonside News
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Consumers reminded to 'check the link' following rise in phone scams

Leitrim Citizens Information says advice and tools are also available to keep you safe online.

Remember to check the link if you're suspicious of a text or email, especially when shopping online this month. That's the message from Leitrim Citizens Information Service following a recent rise in phone scams. One identified scam involves a text from a number claiming to be the Revenue service which asks recipients to click a link. Sinead Conefrey from the Leitrim office says it's important to be vigilant even if the text seems legitimate:

She says there are online tools available to combat a rise in both phone and online fraud:

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