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Scammers continue to target drivers with fake unpaid toll texts

  • The OPP warns Ontarians about the increasing prevalence of "smishing" scams using deceptive text messages.
  • Smishing combines SMS and phishing, tricking people into clicking links or calling fraudulent numbers.
  • These messages often appear to be from financial institutions, government agencies, or online retailers seeking personal information.
  • Detective Constable Erin Fraser stated that people tend to think the messages are legitimate.
  • To avoid smishing, the OPP advises people to not click unknown links, delete suspicious messages, and use multi-factor authentication.
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Police warning of widespread 'smishing' fraud

The OPP is warning Ontarians about a fraud scheme that is becoming very common.

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areanews.com.au broke the news in on Monday, March 31, 2025.
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