Beware of this sneaky detail in Woolworths 'special offer' that could cost you: ‘Is this true?’
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In an era where everyone is looking for a bargain, especially those who appreciate a good deal, scams capitalising on special offers are becoming increasingly sophisticated and can easily lure in unsuspecting customers.
Case in point: A scam aimed at Woolworths shoppers was recently discovered and has gained traction across social media.
A user, uncertain about the legitimacy of what they’d seen, reached out to the Woolworths community after encountering a video promoting an unbelievably low-priced special offer at Woolworths.
The offering in question—a 'Luxury Tool Cabinet' retailing for just $47.99—raised eyebrows, and rightly so.
The scam post featured what appeared to be a bulk stock of tool kits, complete with an impressive array of shiny new tools neatly arranged in a seven-drawer, wheeled cabinet.
The deal seemed to be taking place in none other than a Woolworths store, with promotional signage adorned with the well-known Woolworths logo dangling conspicuously above the display.
The post quickly spread on social media.
Hundreds of shares and likes were quickly accumulated by Woolworths patrons tempted by the prospect of snagging this bargain.
'Is this true or someone’s scam?' one asked Woolworths' official social media page.
'This is a great deal at Woolworths. Wondering if it’s in all stores or if it’s even real,' another user wondered.
While the image in the scam seemed convincing, there were several red flags that could easily be missed by an undiscerning eye.
Firstly, a social media sleuth noted discrepancies in the employee's uniform in the image; it did not match Woolworths' standard green attire and even featured a name tag from a different store entirely.
Moreover, keen observers noted that the bakery sign in the background was unlike any signage seen in Woolworths' stores.
Woolworths quickly confirmed that the post was indeed a scam and urged shoppers to exercise caution and be sceptical of deals that seem too good to be true.
'We’d like to advise that this is a scam and isn’t run by Woolworths,' a spokesperson said.
'Please know that you can report scams and scammers at Scamwatch here.'
Stay updated on the latest scams through our very own Scam Watch forum.
Have you encountered any suspicious offers or scams recently? Share your experiences in the comments below to help raise awareness among our community.
Case in point: A scam aimed at Woolworths shoppers was recently discovered and has gained traction across social media.
A user, uncertain about the legitimacy of what they’d seen, reached out to the Woolworths community after encountering a video promoting an unbelievably low-priced special offer at Woolworths.
The offering in question—a 'Luxury Tool Cabinet' retailing for just $47.99—raised eyebrows, and rightly so.
A fake video of a 'Luxury Tool Cabinet' selling for $47.99 at Woolworths circulated social media. Image source: TikTok.
The scam post featured what appeared to be a bulk stock of tool kits, complete with an impressive array of shiny new tools neatly arranged in a seven-drawer, wheeled cabinet.
The deal seemed to be taking place in none other than a Woolworths store, with promotional signage adorned with the well-known Woolworths logo dangling conspicuously above the display.
The post quickly spread on social media.
Hundreds of shares and likes were quickly accumulated by Woolworths patrons tempted by the prospect of snagging this bargain.
'Is this true or someone’s scam?' one asked Woolworths' official social media page.
'This is a great deal at Woolworths. Wondering if it’s in all stores or if it’s even real,' another user wondered.
While the image in the scam seemed convincing, there were several red flags that could easily be missed by an undiscerning eye.
Firstly, a social media sleuth noted discrepancies in the employee's uniform in the image; it did not match Woolworths' standard green attire and even featured a name tag from a different store entirely.
Moreover, keen observers noted that the bakery sign in the background was unlike any signage seen in Woolworths' stores.
Woolworths quickly confirmed that the post was indeed a scam and urged shoppers to exercise caution and be sceptical of deals that seem too good to be true.
'We’d like to advise that this is a scam and isn’t run by Woolworths,' a spokesperson said.
'Please know that you can report scams and scammers at Scamwatch here.'
Have you encountered any suspicious offers or scams recently? Share your experiences in the comments below to help raise awareness among our community.
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