Recent warnings from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and Harris County officials have highlighted a surge in fraudulent text messages claiming to be toll notices. The texts are part of a scam that falsely suggests that drivers owe funds for unpaid tolls related to the TxTag system. TxDOT emphasized that these messages are not sent from their official channels and urged the public to remain vigilant. Customers have reported receiving text messages containing links purportedly leading to payment sites. ‘If you receive a text message claiming to be from TxDOT or TxTag and you did not initiate contact, do not respond,’ TxDOT stated in a recent advisory. Similarly, officials in Kansas have reported that residents have received similar scam messages concerning toll accounts, increasing concerns about the broader implications for public safety and financial security. One Kansas official noted, ‘It’s important for our community to stay informed about these scams and protect themselves from potential identity theft.’ Suspected messages usually include a request to click on links that lead to phishing websites. Authorities have recommended that those who have received such messages verify through official channels and not to click on any links.
Authorities Warn About Rising Toll Text Scam Targeting Drivers Across Texas and Kansas
