Mystery packages and persuasive texts, part of holiday scam targeting Oklahomans

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — As the holiday gets closer, scam artists are working overtime trying to take advantage of you.

Deputy Tara Hardin with the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office says scammers are trying to gain additional information about you or gain access to your device.

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"There are several scams that really increase this time of year," said Deputy Hardin.

Deputy Hardin said fraudsters are mailing packages to homes with gifts inside...