Fraudulent Text Message Continuing to Circulate Nationwide with New Look, Same Scam

AG Rokita sounds the alarm on dangerous BMV scam texts

INDIANAPOLIS — Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Hoosiers about an email and text message scam falsely claiming to be a “final notice” from the Indiana Motor Vehicle Administration, not the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. These fraudulent messages aim…

Victoria court warns of fake texts demanding payment

VICTORIA, Texas – The City of Victoria Municipal Court is warning residents to watch out for scam text messages demanding payment for traffic tickets.

Scammers Pose as DMV in New Text Message Phishing Scheme

A new phishing scam is targeting drivers nationwide by impersonating state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs), warning recipients about fake unpaid traffic tickets in an attempt to steal personal and financial information. Following a recent wave of toll-related fraud, this scam involves urgent text messages claiming to be a “final notice” from the DMV. The […] The post Scammers Pose as DMV in New Text Message Phishing Scheme appeared first on…

Washington ‘DMV’ text message is a scam, official warns

SEATTLE – A phishing text message scam targeting drivers in Washington and across the U.S. began circulating in recent weeks, with some purporting to be from the state’s and Seattle’s “Department of Motor Vehicles” – two agencies that don’t exist.

Beware of those ‘DMV’ scam texts, WA agency warns

There are at least two other ongoing phone scams targeting Washingtonians, including one claiming to be from the WSDOT's "Good to Go!" toll collection program.

‘DMV’ text message is a scam, WA official warns

There are at least two other ongoing phone scams targeting Washingtonians, including one claiming to be from the WSDOT's "Good to Go!" toll collection program.