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# fake message

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Debunked: This message advising people to 'get tested' is not from the HSE's contact tracing team

Recipients are advised not to click on the link attached to the message.

23.8k

Apr 11th 2020, 12:12 PM

Debunked: A video called 'move your cucu' will not format your phone, but people still advised to be wary of scams

The WhatsApp message is reminiscent of a previous hoax text in 2015.

21.6k

Apr 9th 2020, 6:00 AM