Illinois Secretary of State Warns of Fraudulent Text Messaging Scam

Illinois Secretary of State warns of fraudulent text messaging scam

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is urging Illinoisans to beware of fraudulent text messages demanding money.

Giannoulias warns of holiday text scams - Cass County Star-Gazette

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is calling on Illinoisans to remain vigilant for fraudulent text messages claiming they owe money for traffic violations or… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

New traffic ticket text scam circulating over the holidays, Illinois Secretary of State warns

Illinois officials are warning residents to not respond or open links if they get a text claiming they owe money for traffic violations or tolls.

If You Got A Text About Unpaid Tolls Or Tickets, Read This Before You Click

Illinois warns about scam texts claiming unpaid tolls or tickets. State says it never texts about license or registration issues. Drivers are urged not to click links or share any personal info. Scammers are constantly on the hunt for new angles, and they rarely take a holiday. Now, one tactic has grown so aggressive that Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is calling it out publicly, issuing a warning that extends far beyond his state…

Giannoulias warns Illinoisans of rise in scam text messages over holiday season

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is reminding residents to remain vigilant for fraudulent text messages this holiday season. In a press release, Giannoulias says do not open the messages or click any links, as this new wave of scam…

Plainfield, IL - Scam Alert: Police Warn of Fraudulent Texts Threatening License Suspension

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Plainfield, IL – Residents in Plainfield are being warned about a scam text message circulating this week that falsely claims recipients have an unpaid traffic fine and face license or vehicle registration suspension if they do not pay immediately. According to local officials, the fraudulent messages are designed to look official and oft…