University phishing scam: student shares details

A reddit report about a phishing scam that cost someone Amount not specified. Learn how to avoid falling victim.

Source: reddit | Scam Type: Phishing | Amount Lost: Amount not specified | Date: April 10, 2026
Iā€™m from the UK and only just learnt (an hour ago) that for the last couple of days university emails have been hacked and are sending out these emails from a lady who recently lost her partner and is moving to the USA so wanting to get rid of electrical items and musical instruments where you only pay for shipping. I unfortunately reached out on the phone number left to contact on iMessage with my name and address. Is there anything I can do as they now have phone, name and address? Iā€™m glad no bank details were exchanged but Iā€™m still worried. šŸ„²

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