FBI warns about unpaid toll texting scam. Here’s what to know
The Federal Trade Commission warns that scammers are not only attempting to take your money but also your personal information, such as your driver’s
Receive a text saying you owe a toll payment? It's a scam
Fraudsters are trying to steal victims' money and identities through smishing texts that claim they owe money for unpaid tolls. The messages appear to come from a toll agency.
Pa. Turnpike officials warn about new smishing scam involving unpaid tolls
“Smishing,” or SMS (Short Message Service) phishing, is when scammers try to obtain your personal information via a text message. According to the Federal Trade Commission, the text might include a dollar amount for how much you supposedly owe, as well as a link.
Did you get a text about unpaid E-ZPass tolls? It's likely a scam, state officials warn.
State officials are advising New Yorkers not to fooled by a multistate text messaging scam alleging motorists have unpaid E-ZPass tolls and are at risk of "excessive late fees" unless they click on a fraudulent link.
FBI Advice on Scam Text Messages About Road Tolls
The agency has advised the public to be cautious when receiving seemingly official texts requesting personal information.
Did you get a text about an unpaid toll? It's probably a scam
If you receive a text claiming you have unpaid tolls, do not click the link in the message. Instead, contact the state's tolling agency to determine if the message is legitimate. Be sure that you go to the state's tolling agency website to find the phone number.
PA Turnpike officials warn of new scam asking about unpaid tolls
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Drivers Hit With FasTrak Toll Scam Texts—Here's What to Watch Out For
The text reads that the driver needs to pay their toll by a specific deadline "to avoid a fine and keep your license."
FasTrak text message scam taking its toll on users
While people are complaining about the FasTrak scam, it's a good rule of thumb to do this with any text message you receive asking for money.
Surge in FasTrak Lane tolls text scams prompts FBI alert
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center has issued a warning about a recent surge in smishing scams targeting drivers with fraudulent claims of unpaid road tolls.
Officials say to be aware of unpaid toll text message scam
These text messages claim that the recipient has unpaid tolls that need to be paid quickly to avoid the fine. These texts have a warning about the alleged bill, which sometimes includes a dollar amount owed,
Toll violation texts are a scam, agencies warn
Scammers are sending fake texts claiming drivers owe unpaid tolls, attempting to steal credit card info and personal details.
VDOT urges caution over new ‘overdue toll balance’ scam text
Have you received a text message claiming you owe an unpaid toll balance? Authorities are warning it could be a scam.
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The message claims you have an unpaid toll, but it originates from a +63 number, indicating it's from the Philippines.