Monson authorities’ alert users of scam calls and texts

Monson authorities’ alert users of scam calls and texts
Published: Feb. 3, 2026 at 12:57 PM EST

MONSON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) -- The Monson fire department released a statement on their Facebook Monday morning saying if you get a text message like the one below, ignore it. You’re being scammed.

Monson Fire Department is warning the community of possible scam texts.
Monson Fire Department is warning the community of possible scam texts.(Monson Fire Department Facebook)

If you ever see something like this pop-up on your phone, do not reply. Just delete and report the message.

Similarly, Monson police stated just a week before that members of the community have been receiving scam texts claiming to be USPS regarding “urgent delivery issues” and calls about “approved loans”.

Monson USPS Scam Text
Monson USPS Scam Text(Monson Police Department Facebook)

Take a look at the photo above. If you receive a call or one of these texts:

  • Don’t click on links in unexpected texts or emails.
  • Don’t pick up or return calls / texts from numbers you don’t recognize.
  • Delete the message, block the number, and move on with your day!