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Missouri Kroger Shoppers Beware: Bogus $250 Coupon Circulating
Kroger says it is actively working to address the issue.
MISSOURI — Missouri shoppers beware: A phony Kroger coupon claiming to be worth $250 is making the rounds on social media.
Kroger, based in Cincinnati, warned Monday of the unauthorized coupon.
“This giveaway is not affiliated with or supported by the Kroger Company,” the company said. “We recommend not engaging with the site or providing any personal information.”
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There are 50 Kroger stores in Missouri, including a handful of St. Louis-area Ruler Foods warehouse grocery stores, which are owned by Kroger.
Kroger said it is actively working to address the issue. Below is a photo of the counterfeit coupon.
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The company has about 2,800 stores across the country and employs more than 431,000 associates across 45 states.
Patch reporter Dan Hampton contributed to this report.
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