Scammers pretend to text a wrong number to get reply

Have you recently received text messages that appear to be from someone with the wrong phone number? Some social media users have wondered if there has been an unusual uptick in these kinds of text messages.

Some people have reported receiving text messages appearing to be directed to veterinarians or someone involved in a relationship. The texts often begin by referring to the recipient by the wrong name and asking a question. The similarities between text messages different people have received have some on the receiving end wondering if the seemingly innocent texts could be a part of a scam.

Are scammers posing as people who are texting the wrong number?

Yes, some scammers are posing as people who have texted the wrong number. Experts recommend you don’t respond to texts from strangers — if nothing else, a scammer will know your phone number is active when you reply.