Got a text about unpaid tolls in West Virginia? DMV says its a scam

West Virginia DMV Warns of Fake Text Message Payment Scams

The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles is alerting residents to a growing text message scam that falsely claims unpaid fees and threats of legal action.

Got a text about unpaid tolls in West Virginia? DMV says its a scam

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — Have you received a text from the West Virginia DMV saying your "toll account is unpaid?" You're not alone, and you're most likely not in any trouble either, officials say. In a release put out Wednesday, the West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) warned that scam texts have been going out to the public, warning them that if they don't pay an outstanding balance soon, they could face suspension, license revoc…

DMV warn residents of text message scam

CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles is urging residents to be aware of a recent text message payment scam that’s going around the state. According to a news release from the DMV, scammers send out a “final notice” saying that someone has unpaid accounts. They include a link to where residents can pay…