Authorities warn about a scam called 'pig butchering' that targets cellphone users in the US. Victims receive puzzling text messages from unknown numbers, which combine elements of romance and investment scams. Despite warnings, many people continue to fall for this scheme, resulting in significant financial losses.
Cellphone users in the US have been receiving puzzling text messages from unknown numbers. These messages, which often appear to be from the wrong number, are part of a scam known as ' pig butchering '. Victims are targeted with messages that combine elements of romance and investment scams.
Despite warnings, many people continue to fall for this scheme, resulting in significant financial losses.
Cellphone Users Text Messages Scam Pig Butchering Romance Scam Investment Scam Financial Losses
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