Scam Alert: ITD warns of new wave of DMV and court scam texts

ITD is Warning Residents About a New Wave of Scam Texts

The Idaho Transportation Department is warning about a new wave of scam text messages.

Don’t click it! Another round of scam text messages making their way through Idaho

Idaho Transportation Department BOISE — State officials are warning Idaho residents to stay alert as a new wave of scam text messages targets unsuspecting drivers by posing as government agencies. The Idaho Transportation Department says the fraudulent messages often appear to come from courts, law enforcement, or the Department of Motor Vehicles. They may include official-looking case numbers, along with threats of arrest warrants, fines, or ev…

Idaho Transportation Department warning people of scam texts

ITD said there is a new wave of scam texts going around impersonating courts, law enforcement and the DMV.

Scam Alert: ITD warns of new wave of DMV and court scam texts

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Transportation Department is sounding the alarm as a new wave of fraudulent text messages sweeps across the Gem State. These messages are impersonating local courts, law enforcement agencies, and the DMV to intimidate Idahoans into surrendering personal information. ITD says these fraudulent messages often include official-sounding case numbers, threats of warrants or asset seizure, but the links do not lead…

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