The Kerrville Police Department is warning locals of potential scam texts in the area.

According to a post on the KPD Facebook page, text message scams come in several forms with one objective: to get your money.

Some examples on the post included a job recruiting scam, a gift link scam and an “unauthorized use” scam.

All asked the user to click a link or gave them a phone number to call.

KPD asked locals to remember the Five Ps when it comes to scammers: • They will say there’s a problem you need to solve • Tell you about a prize you’ve “won” out of the blue • Pretend to be someone they’re not, such as a well-known company • Pressure you with time limits before you can think it through • Ask for payment in a way you can’t take back, such as gift cards and Bitcoin

If you rec

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