Warren County warns of text-based EBT scam alert
The Warren County Department of Social Services is advising residents to keep an eye out for a text message-based scam seen around New York State. The scam sends text messages claiming to come from "P-EBT Blocked" - which the state says does not refer to any state entity or group.
WARREN COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Warren County Department of Social Services is advising residents to keep an eye out for a text message-based scam seen around New York State. The scam sends text messages claiming to come from "P-EBT Blocked" - which the state says does not refer to any state entity or group.
New York State residents encountering the scam have recieved a text message including a telephone number, followed by the text "P-EBT blocked" as well as a message ID. Any EBT customer or other resident should disregard the message.
Anyone who receives the text should take special caution, as responding could lead to a loss of EBT funds or benefits. Anyone with questions regarding the scam can call Warren County at (518) 761-6300.