Amid the busy holiday shipping season, the U.S. Postal Service is sounding an urgent warning about a scam being sent via text message to unsuspecting users. According to postal officials, the scam consists of cell phone owners receiving a text message that says a USPS package can’t be delivered because of missing information.

A scam called ‘Brushing’ is sweeping the nation this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau said it starts with a package showing up at your front door that you didn’t expect. It usually a lightweight gift,

TEXARKANA, Ark. -- The Police Department is warning residents of a recent scam that has been showing up in many states.

Smishing is the practice of sending text messages disguised as a reputable source, like the U.S. Postal Service.

This holiday season is the time of giving. But unfortunately, some scammers see it as a time of stealing, as fraudulent text messages have been circling around