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Northern Ireland police warn of phone number spoofing scam

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Police in Northern Ireland have issued a public service announcement after their official phone number was spoofed by scammers. The scammers used the compromised number to contact the public, likely to perpetrate fraud. Authorities are urging residents to be vigilant and verify the identity of callers, especially if they request personal information or money. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a scam that uses phone number spoofing, which is a security issue but not a core AI development or significant industry event.

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Northern Ireland police warn of phone number spoofing scam

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Northern Ireland cops issue PSA after official phone number spoofed by scammers

    If you’re going to impersonate an officer, perhaps choose a more sophisticated way to nick cash than asking for gift cards…

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