Woolworths shoppers urged to be on alert for scams after suspicious video circulates online
Astute shoppers have spotted suspicious details in an advert for an alleged Woolworths deal.
A video circulating on TikTok showed a woman sitting under a Woolworths sign spray-painting a special on a luxury tool cabinet for less than $50.
But viewers quickly noticed the clip was fake due to some tell-tale signs, prompting Woolworths to confirm the ad was a scam.
The video showed a woman in casual clothes with a blue vest and a name tag standing next to boxes of huge tool cabinets, which were advertised for just $47.99.
She was standing under a Woolworths sign in a bakery section and the label on the box also had a Woolies logo on it.
A video is circulating on social media advertising a special on a luxury tool cabinet from Woolworths for $47.99. Many suspected the clip was a scam and Woolies confirmed it is fake
Customers were skeptical that the images were legitimate as the woman’s uniform and signage in the bakery looked nothing like what customers normally see in Woolies stores.
“No Australian retailer uses smocks like that, it’s a Walmart smock,” one user commented.
“Her fingers are a clear sign of AI,” said another.
‘Why would Woolworths sell tool cabinets at all?’ asked a third.
Customers were skeptical that the images were legitimate as the woman’s uniform and signage in the bakery looked nothing like what customers normally see in Woolies stores
Another pointed out that the Woolies sign on the ceiling was not connected to anything and appeared to be on top of each other.
A Woolworths spokesperson confirmed to FEMAIL that the post was a sham and encouraged customers to be cautious of deals they suspect are fake.
“We would like to advise you that this is a scam and is not operated by Woolworths,” they said.
‘Know that you can report scams and scammers on Scam watch.’