False Text Messages Part of Larger COVID-19 Disinformation Campaign
Earlier this week, multiple cellular customers received text messages that falsely warned of an impending “mandatory quarantine,” highlighting cybersecurity concerns. The Wall Township Police Department remains committed to sharing timely and accurate information on COVID-19 and actively investigating false claims that may harm our residents.
Listed below are examples of false media releases that our residents are receiving and wanted to make you aware to not fall victim to:
- Cellular customers have received text messages in which the author claimed to have a connection to someone working at a clinic or government agency and revealed plans for an impending lockdown or quarantine. The messages follow similar patterns and suggest the recipient stockpile food, gas, medicine, or other necessities and pass the information onto others.
- One text falsely stated that President Donald Trump would enact the Stafford Act and order a two-week mandatory quarantine.
