text scam

Scammers were recently busted in the Hudson Valley after they allegedly swindled thousands from their elderly victims.

Be on the lookout for a new string of text messages that advise you to sign up to receive your $1,400 special payment from the IRS.

If you've received a text recently thanking you for your payment and offering you a 'little gift' from what appears to be your own cell phone number, beware, it could be 'smishing.'