'Have your guard up': New Yorkers warned to be aware of E-ZPass text scam
Residents across New York State are being warned about a growing scam involving deceptive text messages claiming unpaid tolls from individuals posing as representatives of the Thruway Authority.
Hunterdon Co. Sheriff warns of E-ZPass fraud scam
Phishing schemes targeting E-ZPass customers are becoming more and more prevalent. Hunterdon County Sheriff Brown has issued a release, warning residents about this scam and what to look out for.
‘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,
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.
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.
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.
Thruway Authority warns of E-ZPass toll scam texts
Scam texts claiming unpaid E-ZPass tolls are pressuring people into quick payments. Verify legitimacy before clicking links, the state Thruway Authority says.
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.
Gov. Hochul warns New Yorkers of E-ZPass scam texts
Governor Kathy Hochul warned New York consumers Sunday of E-ZPass text message scams.Consumers have reported receiving SMS text messages attempting to collect
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New E-ZPass scam targeting congestion pricing drivers with fake texts
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