Scam Alert Saturday

Most of us have received texts like these, requesting payment for a delivery. The message often includes a link that takes you to a seemingly normal website and requests that you pay $ .99 or some other small sum to get your package delivered.

Watch out! It’s a scam. One person who called the fraud network hotline said the $ .99 charge turned into a $400 scam!

To protect yourself, follow these tips:

- Don’t click on any link unless you can verify that it’s legitimate.

- If you’re suspicious of a tracking number, check it out.

- Go to the source. If you’re concerned that there might be a problem with a package you’re receiving or have sent, contact the service directly, rather than through the link.

- Guard your personal information carefully.