Verizon outage triggered a phishing scam. Here’s how to spot it | The Independent

Following a Verizon outage affecting over 1.5 million customers, scammers have been sending phishing texts and emails to Verizon customers, claiming they can receive a $20 credit by providing personal information. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office warned residents to avoid clicking on such links, advising them to go directly to the Verizon app or official website if they are unsure about the legitimacy of a message.