Father's Day 2022 scam message viral on WhatsApp

Delete this message on WhatsApp Immediately if you see 'Heineken Father's day contest' or 'Welcome to Screwfix Father's day Giveaway'

Scammers are targetting the people by sending this message on WhatsApp and encouraging them to participate in the quiz.

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And getting a chance to win a free cooler of Heineken Beer and DeWalt Combi Drill from Screwfix on the occasion of Father's Day.

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After getting viral on social media, both Heineken and Screwfix come forward with official statements and request people to stay away from this scam as it is totally fake.

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By clicking on the given link, Scammers can steal your private and sensitive information or even can empty your bank balance.

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That's why both companies released official statements immediately to delete this message from your phone.

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One official spokesperson of WhatsApp also told its users to report the message to the chat app if they get this message on your no.

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We also strongly advised, please do not click or take participate in the fake quiz, immediately delete this message, and help others by sharing this story.

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