Here’s how to spot the new E-ZPass smishing scam targeting N.J. drivers
Drivers can go to the New Jersey E-ZPass website or app and check for any outstanding tolls or violation notices. State law also requires E-ZPass to check to see if a vehicle owner has a valid account before issuing a violation notice. In April, the NJ E-ZPass group’s advice was direct and simple, don’t respond to the text.
EZDriveMA Warns Massachusetts Drivers About E-ZPass Scam
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is warning residents about a texting scam that’s telling people they owe toll balances when they don’t. Officials said the scam, which previously targeted drivers in New Hampshire and Rhode Island,
Mass DOT warns of 'smishing; scam targeting drivers in MA: What to look for
Did you get a text claiming you have an unpaid toll? Watch out: MassDOT says this is part of the latest "smishing" scam
The latest 'smishing' scam came to my phone. How you can spot it and protect yourself
Delete any smishing texts received. If you clicked any link or provided your information, take steps to secure your personal information and financial accounts. Dispute any unfamiliar charges. Buscher, state and local police have encouraged people to stay alert to all types of scams.
NYS Thruway Authority warning about E-ZPass scams
E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail scams are popping up again. Former president George W. Bush took the internet by storm during the 2025 Inauguration of President Donald Trump, where the 43rd president seemed to have a playful moment during the proceedings.
Have an E-ZPass? WVPA warns drivers of text scam
The West Virginia Parkways Authority (WVPA) is warning drivers of an ongoing text scam that targets “E-ZPass” users. According to a press release from the WVPA, E-ZPass customers have been receiving fraudulent texts sent by “E-ZPass Toll Services,
Texting scam imitating E-ZPass invoice spreads to Mass. after targeting N.H., R.I. customers
Targeted phone numbers appear to be chosen at random and are “not uniquely associated with an account or usage of toll roads, ...
Drivers Hit with EZDriveMA Scam Texts—Here's What to Watch Out For
The EZDrive MA scam texts usually target drivers with messages that say you owe a small amount, or $6.99, in unpaid tolls and ...
EZDriveMa is not E-ZPass, but that’s not stopping the scam; what to know now
Now referred to as the EZDriveMa scam, the messages aren’t real and no money is owed. And for area drivers, the tipoff is in the name; EZDriveMa is not E-ZPass. But, that’s not stopping scammers. Here ...
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MassDOT issues 3rd warning about texting scam called smishing; UMass prof offers tips on what to do
This is smishing, a text message scam, technically referred to as a tactic at social engineering. Based on a recent uptick of ...
Thousands of Southern New Englanders receive toll scam texts
Did you get a text about paying a toll in Massachusetts? Thousands of Southern New Englanders did and its all part a ...
What is EZDriveMa scam and what to do if you get it
Scammers are targeting E-ZPass users in several states with a simple con designed to snatch your account credentials. You get ...
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MassDOT leader warns about E-ZPass text scam: ‘Consider yourself affected'
People in Massachusetts and elsewhere have been receiving fraudulent texts claiming they owe money for tolls via E-ZPass, and a transportation official is reiterating calls for vigilance after ...
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CNY woman falls for E-ZPass text scam
A Central New York woman is sharing her story after falling victim to the E-ZPass scam NewsChannel 9 reported on earlier this week. The Mexico, New York woman said she didn’t know it was a scam until ...