Sent me html links two days in a row via Group MMS. I didn't open either, and I blocked everyone the first time, but apparently blocking the sender only prevents calls, doesn't prevent them from texting me again...

What's with this uptick in text message scam/spam?

Do not respond to unwanted texts or emails from questionable sources. Several mobile service providers will allow you to report unwanted spam texts by simply texting/forwarding it to 7726 (or “SPAM”) to enable the providers to prevent future unwanted texts from the specific sender.

Source:
http://www.fcc.gov/guides/spam-unwanted-text-messages-and-email

More info:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_phone_spam

My daughter recd an inappropriate  text from this 4069243786...seems to be ongoing with multiple carriers.  please advise how I can report this to the authorities.  these needs to stop IMMEDIATELY!

tpwpkxysepd@pmsdpzkzbkf.com   Can some one please do something about these low life!