If you get a text about unpaid road tolls, delete it—fast.
That’s the latest warning from the FBI, as scammers are now using fake toll payment demands to trick people into handing over their personal and financial information.
This phishing scam is so sloppy it’s even targeting people who don’t drive. “Scammers are pretending to be tolling agencies from coast to coast and sending texts demanding money,” the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns.
The text usually includes a dollar amount, a fake payment link, and a demand for immediate action—classic red flags.
What To Do if You Get One?
And it’s not just about money. Clicking the link could expose your info, like your driver’s license number, making identity theft a real risk.
So, what should you do if you get one? The FTC advises:
1. Don’t click any links or reply—scammers thrive on quick reactions.
2. Verify with official sources—check your state’s tolling agency directly.
3. Report and delete the message—forward it to 7726 (SPAM) and block the sender.
Stay sharp—scammers are getting smarter, but so can you.
