The scam below is an example of a smashing scam targeting a UK resident. If you receive contact from this number then do not click on the link or phone the number +447882231084.
Oh my goodness, I am totally convinced by this scam I received at 3:44AM on a Sunday when HMRC (whom I used to work for and know write to you, not text) are closed! pic.twitter.com/CCYjII95cx
— Zoe Kirk-Robinson (@ZoeKirkRobinson) October 4, 2020
What is the link on the message from 07882 231084?
The link included in the message from +447882231084 clicks through to a website called Ukgov-webport.com
This site was registered on the 30th September 2020 with a US hosting company called Namecheap. Doubtless the site has ben designed to look just like the actual HMRC website. This is in an attempt to fool people into inputting their personal details. Keep yourself safe by not visiting this site.