Westfield police warn of fake QR code scam

A new text message scam featuring a suspicious QR code is circulating, prompting Westfield Police to warn residents.
The Southern Maryland Chronicle

QR Code Traffic Scam Targets St. Mary’s Residents

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office warns of text scams impersonating District Court with fake “Notice of Hearing” for traffic violations urging QR code scans—avoid links, verify directly, and report ...

Police warn of statewide court scam targeting Indiana residents via text message

The fraudulent texts claim recipients owe fines tied to Marion Superior Court.
The New York Times

That QR Code You’re About to Scan Could Be Risky, F.T.C. Warns

Scammers have used QR codes to steal personal information by imitating legitimate companies or sending deceptive emails and text messages, the Federal Trade Commission said. By Amanda Holpuch QR codes ...
Michigan Technological University

QR Codes

What is a QR Code? A quick-response code (QR code) is a type of barcode that contains data for a locator, an identifier, and web tracking. QR codes have been around for a long time. They were first ...