Reports consistently highlight a fraudulent text scheme impersonating family members with tales of cracked screens and temporary numbers. Over multiple accounts, recipients describe identical messages urging replies, often targeting 'Dad' or 'Mum' to build false urgency. This pattern screams phishing scam, designed to extract personal details or money. Block the number immediately and avoid responding—engaging only fuels the fraudsters. If worried about a loved one, verify through trusted channels like a direct call or social media check. Stay vigilant; these cons prey on emotions, but awareness keeps you safe.
Got the same 'Dad cracked screen' notification that many others have reported.
Received a phishing SMS pretending to be a message from my mum with a temporary number – clearly fraud.
A text popped up saying ‘Dad just updating you…’ – definitely a scam, I’m neither a dad nor a man.
A text claimed ‘Dad just updating you…’ with a cracked screen excuse – it’s a scam; don’t reply, verify via other channels like Facebook.
