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Is that DMV text real? What to know about the scam targeting Oklahomans, people nationwide
A state agency is warning residents about a text message scam targeting Oklahomans.
The scam, posing as the Department of Motor Vehicles, is claiming recipients owe unpaid traffic fines, according to Service Oklahoma. The messages are an attempt to steal information,.
Here's what you need to know.
The nationwide scam includes the false claim that recipients owe unpaid traffic tickets, and include links designed to steal personal and financial information.
Service Oklahoma reminded Oklahomans of the following:
Service Oklahoma will never call you or text you to ask for a payment
Service Oklahoma operators will never request money or account information through text
Do not click clinks or respond to suspicious messages
Delete any suspicious messages and report them as spam
If you did click the link or enter any information, you should take steps to secure your accounts, Service Oklahoma added.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Oklahoma DMV final notice text: State agency warns of scam, what to do
