Thruway Authority warns of E-ZPass toll scam texts
ALBANY — If you receive a text message claiming you need to pay your E-ZPass or FasTrak tolls, don’t rush to pay — it could be a scam. In an influx of text messages delivered to Capital Region residents over the past few months,
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 be 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.
E-ZPass warns of text scam
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E-ZPass customers in multiple states warned about smishing scam texts
Authorities in states that use E-ZPass to pay tolls have warned drivers about smishing texts asking them to click on links so they divulge personal and financial information.
Officials warning drivers about E-Z Pass texting scam to collect tolls for congestion relief zone
Law enforcement agencies are alerting drivers to be aware of a widespread E-Z Pass scam that has been making the rounds since congestion pricing started.
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.
PA Turnpike warns of unpaid tolls scam
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is alerting drivers to a text message scam demanding money for unpaid tolls. Officials said new versions have been used recently, including one purporting to be a collection agency authorized to work on behalf of the turnpike.
Did you receive a text about unpaid road toll bills? It could be a scam: What to know
An SMS scam targeting road tolls has resurfaced, claiming people owe money for unpaid bills. An example of the scam text people may receive reads as follows: "Pay your FastTrak Lane tolls by February 13,
VDOT warning of new toll scam texts
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New E-ZPass scam targeting congestion pricing drivers with fake texts
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What is FastTrack? EZDriveMa scam evolves to target more drivers
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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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E-ZPass Issues ‘Special Alert’ to All Drivers in Maine
The Maine Turnpike’s E-ZPass program is issuing a warning for folks to stay alert and be aware of a specific scam.
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SCAM ALERT: Fake SMS demands toll payments from New Yorkers, impersonates E-ZPass
New Yorkers are receiving fraudulent SMS messages demanding urgent toll payments, tricking recipients into clicking malicious ...
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I Finally Got the Famous New York Scam Text… How Are People Fooled?
The current scam is focused on E-ZPass users. The text message (below), informs users that they have unpaid tolls, and warns ...