A toll bill scam is going around in Austin. Don't fall for it.
This message, sent from the “Toll Roads Notice of Toll Evasion” is a "smishing" scam, a term combining SMS (short message service) and phishing. The Texas Department of Transportation is warning folks to avoid falling for it.
Don't click that link! TxDOT warns of toll bill scam texts targeting Texans
A phishing scam is going around that could put many Texans' personal information at risk. Here's what to know.
TxDOT warns Texans about toll payment scam texts
TxDOT warns Texans about toll payment scam texts
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TxDOT alerts TxTag users of scam texts falsely claiming unpaid toll bills
TxDOT is warning drivers of a texting scam targeting TxTag customers. There have been multiple reports of TxTag customers getting a text message claiming that they have an unpaid toll bill. TxDOT asks TxTag customers to keep an eye out for these ongoing scams and contact TxTag Customer Service if they receive one of these messages.
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The Texas Department of Transportation says scam texts are telling drivers they have unpaid toll bills. Here's what you should look for before clicking any links.
Texans warned about toll bill scam text messages
TxDOT is urging people to delete these messages if they receive them.
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That text message claiming you owe a TxTag late fee? It's a scam.
"TxTag does not send emails or text messages to customers regarding balances due," the state agency said. You should ignore the text messages.
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