Maine Bank Scam Appears to Target Camden National Customers Police Say

When I first read this story I immediately took extra notice because I too am a customer of Camden National Bank.

And, of course, as we all know, banking scams, particularly those that target the elderly, have been on the rise in the last couple of years.

According to an article that was published by WABI TV 5, it was the Belfast Maine Police Department that first reported this scam to the public telling Mainers that the scam seemingly involves a text message that fraudulently states is originating from Camden National Bank.

The text message goes on to explain to the unsuspecting customer that their account at the bank has been placed on a hold due to a security threat, the news station reported. In addition to the threat notice, most of these text messages also include a clickable link that tells customers it's how they can regain control and access to their CNB account.

The text messages and links to 'restore' your account are completely fraudulent and should not be clicked on. Police remind Maine consumers in the article that your financial institution would never ask for personal and/or sensitive information via text message.

Customers or residents who have or do receive one of these messages should contact their financial institution immediately via phone or by walking in to one of their branches.

Additionally, it may be worth contacting your local police department's non-emergency line to report the attempted scam.

Police remind Mainers that this is the peak season for scams of this nature and to be extra vigilant. If something looks off, it probably is!