If You See These 3 Words in a Text Message, In Utah, California, or Nevada… DELETE IT NOW!

If you’re one of those people who still answers random texts or unknown numbers, brace yourself. There’s a new scam out there, and it’s creeping into inboxes across Utah, California, and Nevada. It starts with three little words that might seem innocent enough but could land you in serious trouble: “Would you kindly.” Sounds like the start of a polite favor, right? Well, it’s actually a red flag in the scam world.

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What’s the Deal with “Would You Kindly”?

According to an article from the New York Post, scammers are relying on these seemingly friendly words to catch people off guard. Here's why:

Nobody Talks Like That: Unless you’re living in a Victorian novel or texting from a time machine, “Would you kindly” isn’t exactly a common phrase here in the U.S. (Maybe if you’re texting from 1880, it makes sense.) But for the rest of us, this awkward phrasing is a massive tip-off.
The Overseas Boiler Room: Scammers often use overly polite language because they’re likely not from around here. Think countries with British influence. But don’t be fooled—behind the politeness is an attempt to clean out your bank account faster than you can say, “No, thanks.”

How to Spot the Scam

Look, if you get a random message saying, “Would you kindly,” delete it faster than you swipe left on a bad Tinder match. Here’s why:

It’s All About Gaining Trust: The scammers want you to respond. Once you do, they’ll reel you in with fake emergencies or offers that are too good to be true.
It’s a Trap: After you engage, they’ll ask for money, gift cards, or even try to pull you into some sketchy cryptocurrency deal. Don’t fall for it.

What to Do

Delete it: Seriously, don’t even respond with a snarky remark (though it’s tempting).
Report it: Help law enforcement get these scammers off your digital doorstep by reporting the message as spam or junk.

So, next time you get a message starting with “Would you kindly,” trust your gut—it’s not someone offering you free BBQ ribs. Just hit delete and move on.