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RECENT PHISHING MESSAGESReported: October 1st, 2026 at 10:34 am
Message:
Dear Students and Staff,
Mrs. Sophia is offering a selection of her late husband's musical instruments and personal equipment to interested students and staff members as she prepares for an upcoming move.
The available items include:
* Yamaha AV7-44SG Violin
* Leica S (Typ 006) Digital SLR Camera
* 2014 Steinway & Sons Piano (with foldable legs)
* Martin 000-42 Guitar (Eric Clapton Signature Edition)
* DJI Phantom 4 Professional Drone
* Apple Laptop
* PlayStation 5
If you are interested in any of these items, please contact Mrs. Sophia via text message or iMessage at [REDACTED] . When reaching out, kindly include your personal email address and phone number to facilitate a timely response.
Please note:
* Items will be shipped directly to recipients' homes. Recipients will be responsible for any associated shipping costs.
* Pickup arrangements are not available at this time.
As these items are expected to attract significant interest, those wishing to inquire are encouraged to contact Mrs. Sophia as soon as possible.
Thank you for your attention.
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