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MageeNews.com has been made aware that some individuals have received suspicious emails that appear to come from Sue Honea. Several recipients have reported receiving messages written in German that include a PDF attachment resembling an invoice.
Sue Honea did not send these invoice emails. Any such message should be considered suspicious and deleted.
If you receive one of these emails, please do not open the attachment or click on any links contained in the message. If you have not already opened the email, simply delete it.
At this time, we are actively investigating the issue and working to determine the source of these messages. We appreciate everyone who has contacted us to report receiving the suspicious email.
How to Recognize a Legitimate Email from Sue Honea
Legitimate emails and attachments from Sue and MageeNews.com will typically:
- Be written in English.
- Relate to local news, community events, or MageeNews business.
- Come from Sue’s regular email address.
- Not contain unexpected invoices, payment requests, or unexplained attachments.
If you receive an email that seems unusual, is written in another language, contains unexpected attachments, or requests personal or financial information, treat it with caution.
If You Already Opened the PDF
If you opened the PDF but did not click any links, download additional files, or enter any personal information, the risk is generally low, especially if your computer and software are up to date.
As a precaution, we recommend:
- Deleting the email and attachment.
- Keeping your computer updated with the latest security updates.
- Running a scan with your antivirus or anti-malware software.
- Monitoring your device for any unusual behavior.
If you clicked a link in the email or entered passwords or financial information, change those passwords immediately and contact the appropriate financial institution if necessary.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this situation. We will provide updates through MageeNews.com as more information becomes available.