Bus Éireann Scam Uses Cillian Murphy and Former Lord Mayor’s Image
Bus Éireann has been dealing with a bizarre scam targeting its customers. The scam, which uses images of actor Cillian Murphy and former Cork Lord Mayor Kieran McCarthy, offers fake deals on Leap cards and public transport fares.
How the Scam Works
The scam uses Facebook pages that impersonate Bus Éireann. These pages feature images of the celebrities holding Leap cards alongside images of Bus Éireann buses. The posts advertise “too-good-to-be-true” deals, such as six months of unlimited travel for €2.35.
The ads often use urgency tactics, stating that the offer is only valid for a limited time or for a limited number of customers.
Warning Signs
- Offers that seem too good to be true.
- Pressure to act quickly.
- Links to websites that don’t look official.
- Use of celebrity endorsements without verification.
What Bus Éireann is Doing
Bus Éireann is taking steps to combat the scam. They have reported the fake Facebook pages to Meta, which has removed them.
Bus Éireann advises customers to be cautious online and to only use official websites and services for public transport information.
Protecting Yourself
If you encounter a suspicious ad or website, don’t click on any links. Report the page to the social media platform. Always double-check the source of information and verify any offers before making a purchase.
Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 👮♂️
