Oddly enough, the message claims your account is overdue even though your recent statement shows otherwise. The pattern matches a classic scam that pretends to be a debt collector, often using urgent language to force a quick payment. If you get a call like this, pause and verify the claim directly with the genuine company using official contact details—not the ones supplied in the call. Never share personal or banking information over the phone, and avoid clicking any links in follow‑up SMS. Consider blocking the number and reporting the incident to your mobile provider or a consumer protection agency to help curb future nuisance calls.
Got texts from this line urging payment on my past-due Edcon bill, including a contact number. (I disregarded it.) Just now another message claimed the 'severely overdue' account went to lawyers, yet my latest statement from yesterday confirms no delay.
Got a ring and then a text saying my bill's late.
