Please be aware of a scam targetting OLOL parishioners and other local parishes, the scammer is impersonating the parish priest.
An example of this:
“Hello Mary,
This is Fr. Stan Bendkowski.
I’m in a meeting right now, can’t talk on the phone but txt me back when you get this message.
I need you to assist me quickly.
Blessings”
Please do not respond to a message like this.
This is Fr. Stan Bendkowski.
I’m in a meeting right now, can’t talk on the phone but txt me back when you get this message.
I need you to assist me quickly.
Blessings”
Please do not respond to a message like this.
If you believe you’ve received a scam message please contact us via our parish phone number (08) 9345 5541 or email us on ololn@westnet.com.au so we can verify the source if you have any doubts.
If you are a victim of this scam please make a report to Scamwatch here: https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/report-a-scam
Further resources on scams and how to avoid them:
Please share this with your family and friends so that they’re aware.
God bless!