DMV Text Message Scams Surging in Chicago Area, Nationwide, Cybersecurity Experts Warn

DMV text message scams surging in Chicago area, nationwide, cybersecurity experts warn

A new wave of DMV scam texts is hitting phones across the Chicago area and nationwide. The ABC7 I-Team is investigating the incredible increase in the intimidating messages.

MN Sen. Smith asks the Department of Justice to stop scam texts

WASHINGTON – Senator Tina Smith says she’s pressing Trump Administration to stop a widespread text message scam affecting Minnesotans. The messages claim to be from the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles saying the person getting the text has a traffic ticket that hasn’t been paid for. Minnesota does not have a DMV, but has a Department of Driver and Vehicle Services. The scammers ask people to make an online payment or they risk of getting ar…

Secretary of State Warns of Widespread Bureau of Motor Vehicles Text Scam - The Lincoln County News

On Monday, June 9, Secretary of State Shenna Bellows warned of a widespread text scam being received by Mainers across the state. The post Secretary of State Warns of Widespread Bureau of Motor Vehicles Text Scam appeared first on The Lincoln County News.

Scam calls and texts on the rise around the state

Scam calls and texts on the rise around the state MISSISSIPPI (WLBT) – You may have received a text or email demanding that you pay up or face the consequences. Everything from tolls and traffic tickets due to credit card scams is what many Mississippians are having to deal with on a day-to-day basis. It’s an issue that many are calling for state leaders to get a handle on. “It’s too much scamming going on now. I get them all day on my phone. Ev…

Police: Beware of DMV fraud texts - Jamestown Press

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FBI investigates viral DMV text scam; unpaid ticket message is fake

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- It’s the latest text scam making the rounds! Many of you may have received texts where the sender, who claims to be from the DMV, shares an urgent message about a supposed unpaid ticket and even threatens prosecution. As WREG has reported, it’s all a scam, and we’ve now learned the FBI is investigating. Scammers are using fake DMV warnings to steal your money One of the WREG Investigators received the text message. It sta…