This is a warning to all consumers about scammers who are sending false announcements - regarding lottery prizes.
Online scam are getting more sophisticated and there are fraudulent emails or messaging service blasts being circulated requesting your verification of your personal particulars via an email or a website link. Be on an alert for these emails or messaging services blasting as there are maliciously sent from an external source. It is important for you to be aware of such fraudulent activities or otherwise known as `phishing` because of their attempt to `fish` for your personal information and get you to divulge important personal information such as your login IDs and passwords, PIN or account numbers and by visiting these sites you could place your computer at risk. Any information keyed in or replied will subsequently be captured by the malicious external party who sent the fraudulent email or messaging services.
As part of the scam, an individual is contacted by phone, email, text message, or a letter from a scammer who is claiming that the recipient has won a prize with a state lottery. Unless you hear from our announcement directly, this is a fraudulent claim and there is no such prize. Federal law prohibits the sale or mailing of lottery tickets across state lines. You may only purchase lottery tickets or set up a subscription in the state you are physically located. Never respond to these communications and never provide information or send money to a scammer.
We will never call you to obtain your OTP or password for any reason. We highly recommend resetting your password frequently to avoid your details being compromised.
Report any attempted scam or your data being misused, please immediately reach out to us via these communication channels: