N.Y. Gov. Hochul warns of E-ZPass text scam targeting unsuspecting residents
The warning from New York's governor comes just days after the NYPD alerted Staten Island residents to such a scam.
NY’s Gov. Hochul chimes in on E-ZPass texting scam — nearly a week after everyone else
Nice of you to finally show up. Gov. Kathy Hochul chimed in and issued a warning on an E-ZPass toll scam Sunday — nearly a week after other agencies sounded the alarm — while failing to mention it’s tied her controversial congestion pricing.
State officials warn of E-ZPass text message scam
If you're unsure of whether a text is real or a scam, officials urge recipients to contact E-ZPass at 1-800-333-8655 or Tolls by Mail at 1-844-826-8400 for help.
‘Do not click that link': New E-ZPass scam is targeting people over texts
New Jersey officials issued a warning about a new scam that could be buried in your pocket. Thieves are reportedly using text messages to target people on their cell phones. The messages claim the person has unpaid E-ZPass tolls,
E-ZPass warns of text scam
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Did you get a text about unpaid E-ZPass tolls? It's likely a scam, state officials warn.
State officials are advising New Yorkers not to be fooled by a multistate text messaging scam alleging motorists have unpaid E-ZPass tolls and are at risk of "excessive late fees" unless they click on a fraudulent link.
New Yorkers Beware, Governor Hochul Alerts Residents of E-ZPass Text Scam Phishing for Personal Information
Governor Hochul warns of a scam involving fake E-ZPass texts phishing for personal info; urges New Yorkers to verify messages through official channels.
E-ZPass customers in multiple states warned about smishing scam texts
Authorities in states that use E-ZPass to pay tolls have warned drivers about smishing texts asking them to click on links so they divulge personal and financial information.
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