Local Gardai have alerted the public to a text scam that is currently circulating in the region.
The current scam relates to the recipient being warned that they risk being disconnected from their electricity supply because a bill payment has been missed.
The fraudulent message contains a web address where you are prompted to click on a link to update your account.
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Gardai from the Cavan Monaghan division has called on people never to click on any link in an unsolicited text or email.
Gardai have also advised never to share any personal information with potential scammers.
