a day ago
Highway robbery: Scammers bring back classic scam
(WHTM) — Ever get a text message saying you owe money for a toll?
The messages know how to get your attention. They claim you have an outstanding traffic ticket and that if you don't pay immediately, you'll lose your registration and driving privileges.
That got drive Scott Ruby's attention.
'I know that they can be awfully confusing to people, especially my age, who take this stuff for truth,' Ruby said.
As summer returns, so does this infamous scam. States are warning drivers they will never text demanding money.
The bottom line: Don't respond to unsolicited texts.
Easy enough for Ruby — 'I owe so much that I ignore them anyway.'
If you're ever unsure, call the state's agency directly at its official number to verify.
Find more stories on
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
