I have a message my computer is locked up

I have a message saying my computer is locked & wants me to call but it doesn’t seem to be an actual Apple number

Posted on Sep 1, 2022 10:25 AM

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Sep 1, 2022 10:28 AM in response to Ginafromhelena

Nothing was locked because no one had access to your Mac.

This is a scam!!

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