Consumers Targeted in Walmart Impersonation Scam

A robocall scam impersonating Walmart employees targets consumers, claiming unauthorized purchases of PlayStation 5 consoles and headsets. Victims are asked for personal information. The scam has used 50 aliases and has been ongoing since 2023. The FCC has issued a letter to SK Teleco regarding the scam. Scammers target Walmart due to its large customer base. Americans receive 2.5 billion robocalls monthly.

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