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# Warning over new Easter chocolate WhatsApp scam
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/warning-over-new-easter-chocolate-whatsapp-scam/
- Published: 2022-04-05T07:22:00.000Z
- Updated: 2022-04-04T09:03:22.000Z
- Description: People are being urged to be on their guard against a new scam circulating on Whatsapp.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Crime, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 19:11, News

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People are being urged to be on their guard against a new scam circulating on WhatsApp.

Staffordshire Police said there had been reports of people being asked to click on a link to receive a free Easter chocolate basket for completing a short quiz.

A spokesperson for the force said:

> “When you click on the link you’ll be directed to a website which looks genuine but isn’t, and may be looking to compile your personal and financial details for fraudulent activity.  
>  
> “It can sometimes be hard to tell if a competition or website is legitimate, but if it seems too good to be true it’s often a scam.”  
>  
> Staffordshire Police spokesperson

Anyone concerned they may have been the victim of a cyber scam such as this one can report it on [the Action Fraud website](https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk) or by calling 0300 123 2040.