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.
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
Pa. Turnpike officials warn about new smishing scam involving ‘unpaid tolls’
If you received a text saying you owe money for unpaid tolls, The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission wants you to know that it’s probably a scam. Officials are warning customers to be vigilant, as scammers are pretending to be toll agencies and are sending texts demanding money immediately,
Have you gotten a strange text about toll payments? It's likely a scam
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A new scam is making the rounds, with scammers targeting drivers through text messages claiming they owe money to a state tolling agency. Many people in the WCNC Charlotte newsroom have received similar texts demanding payment by a certain date.
Scam alert: NY Thruway Authority warns of text message scams regarding unpaid tolls
The New York State Thruway Authority is asking drivers to be cautious of text messages that claim they have unpaid tolls. The Thruway Authority warns that E-ZPass or Tolls by Mail would never send texts requesting sensitive personal information such as credit card,
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. Here's what to know.
Pennsylvania Turnpike warns drivers of new smishing scam targeting unpaid tolls
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is warning drivers about new versions of a smishing scam in which fraudsters send text messages demanding payment for unpaid tolls. 2/12/25
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,
Italian police freeze cash from AI-voice scam that targeted business leaders
Italian police have found and frozen nearly one million euros ($1.04 million) that was wired to a foreign bank account by a ...
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.
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Sonoma resident targeted in ATM scam
A Sonoma resident was targeted at Wells Fargo in Sonoma on Jan. 14, resulting in a loss of $11,000, police said.
Idaho State Police is warning public of a rising scam
The Idaho State Police (ISP) is warning the. Callers claim to be an ISP Captain or representative and tell victims they have ...
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Scam alert: Fake E-Z Pass text messages targeting drivers nationwide
The message claims you have an unpaid toll, but it originates from a +63 number, indicating it's from the Philippines.
Romance scam costs Hawaii resident $300k, ways to help Valentine's Day ripoffs
This Valentine's Day is expected to be a big one, with the National Retail Federation projecting total consumer spending could hit $27.5 billion. As you get ready to celebrate, the local Better ...
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New scam targets E-ZPass holders with fake text alerts
State officials have issued a warning about a text scam targeting drivers who have E-ZPass. The message, which is not legit, ...
Interactive Resource Center warning donors about email scam
Officials said some people received an email impersonating the IRC's Director of Communications and Development.
After power cuts to scam factories, Malaysians ask for more to be done to get family home
Sister of a scam victim – who was lured to Myanmar under the pretence of a job – says she hopes he can be home for Ramadan at ...