Watch out for this sneaky scam.
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According to a press release from Austin city officials, the city is still"continuing to inspect the City's more than 900 pay stations to ensure there are no additional QR codes in use." However, they still urge people toby dialing 3-1-1 if they notice a code on a meter. But, Redfern said:"Absolutely do not take a picture of it or use your camera anywhere near that QR code.
If you believe you may have accidentally fallen for the scam, you should also take action."Any person who believes they were a victim of a credit card breach due to recent parking meter payments should file a police report and notify their card issuer immediately," the city said in its statement.Shutterstock
Even though the only reported parking QR code scams so far have taken place in Texas, law enforcement around the U.S. is warning that copycat fraudsters could attempt the same crime. On Jan. 12, the Massachusetts State Police issued a warning of the scam via Twitter, urging citizens in the Bay State to be on the lookout for
. Instead of scanning with your phone, officials say you should keep paying the city directly through a municipal app or using cash or a credit card at designated meters.Zach is a freelance writer specializing in beer, wine, food, spirits, and travel. He is based in Manhattan.
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