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# Warning over new coronavirus vaccine text message scam
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/warning-over-new-coronavirus-vaccine-text-message-scam/
- Published: 2021-01-07T09:38:20.000Z
- Updated: 2021-01-07T09:38:48.000Z
- Description: People are being warned to be on their guard against a text message scam linked to the coronavirus vaccine.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:14, News

People are being warned to be on their guard against a text message scam linked to the coronavirus vaccine.

![Person using a mobile phone](https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blur-1853302_1920.jpg)

Police say the scam involves people being told they are eligible to apply for a jab.

They are then asked to click a link which goes through to a fake NHS website where they need to insert payment and personal details.

A Staffordshire Police spokesperson said:

> “Please be vigilant, and remember that the NHS will never ask for payment for the vaccine.   
>  
> “If you receive this message please do not respond or click the link.  
>  
> “Please share this warning with elderly and vulnerable friends and family members so we can prevent as many people as possible from falling victim to this scam.”  
>  
> Staffordshire Police spokesperson

People can report any suspect texts or emails to Action Fraud through their [website](https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk) or by calling 0300 123 2040.