Increase In Scams Reported In Wilmington, Police Say

WILMINGTON, MA — Police are warning residents about an uptick in tech support scams in the community.

The Wilmington Police Department shared the following on Facebook:

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Community Alert: Tech Support Scams

We've seen an increase in Tech Support Scams in our community. Please take a moment to review this information and #PassItAlong to help protect family, friends, and neighbors.

Be cautious of:

~Random pop-up windows claiming your computer has a virus or needs immediate attention.

~Unexpected text messages asking you to click a link, call a number, or provide personal information.

~Anyone who pressures you to act immediately or requests remote access to your computer.

When in doubt, stop and verify before you click, call, or share information.

Please share this alert—help us keep our community safe!