Toll Scam Text Message

Identify the Scam

• Urgency: The text demands payment within a very short timeframe (e.g., 12-24 hours) to avoid penalties.
• Suspicious Links: Links often look illegitimate, using non-official domains.
• Unusual Sender: The message may come from an unknown phone number or appear to be from a "DMV" or "Toll Services".
• Generic Greeting: Messages often lack your name or specific account details.

You Received One

1. Do Not Click: Never click the link provided in the message.
2. Verify Directly: If you think you might have an actual unpaid toll, go directly to the official state toll agency's website or app.
3. Delete and Block: Delete the message and block the sender's phone number.
4. Report It: File a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at www.ic3.gov.
5. Check Your Accounts: If you clicked the link or provided information, monitor your bank accounts for fraudulent activity and report it at IdentityTheft.gov.