Get a text about unpaid E-ZPass tolls? Don't fall for this scam
North Jersey agencies and individuals are warning residents to be aware of the latest text message scam alleging unpaid E-ZPass tolls.
How to spot and avoid the E-ZPass scam texts everyone's getting
There's a new, quite common E-ZPass scam text making the rounds — don't fall for it. In case you haven't heard of it, the scam text in question claims the receiver has unpaid tolls and that they need to pay their balance in order to avoid consequences such as fines or losing their license.
Here’s how to spot the new E-ZPass smishing scam targeting N.J. drivers
Drivers can go to the New Jersey E-ZPass website or app and check for any outstanding tolls or violation notices. State law also requires E-ZPass to check to see if a vehicle owner has a valid account before issuing a violation notice. In April, the NJ E-ZPass group’s advice was direct and simple, don’t respond to the text.
Did you get a text about unpaid E-ZPass tolls? It's a scam. Here's what to do.
If you recently got a text message from EZDriveMA or anyone else claiming that you have "an unpaid toll bill," you should delete it. It's part of an ongoing scam targeting E-ZPass users in several states – though even some drivers who don't have E-ZPass have reported receiving the messages.
E-ZPass Scam Targets Drivers With Claims of Unpaid Tolls
A wave of fraudulent text messages targeting drivers with claims of unpaid E-ZPass tolls has prompted warnings from authorities across the United States. Known as a "smishing" scam, the messages appear to come from official tolling agencies, directing recipients to settle unpaid tolls and urging drivers to avoid late fees by paying quickly.
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