16-04-2025
MDOT issues warning after toll road phishing scam
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Michigan Department of Transportation () Director Bradley C. Wieferich has issued a phishing scam warning, reminding Michiganders that the state does not operate toll roads.
MDOT reports the state does not operate toll roads and will not request payment over text message.
The most recent scam uses a fraudulent state website with a different URL, making it easy to miss and putting residents at a greater risk.
'Please be assured this is a scam and the texts are not coming from the MDOT or another State of Michigan agency,' said Wieferich in a news release sent to 6 News. 'MDOT does not operate any toll roads. Some state-owned bridges are tolled but not through license plate capture. You would not receive a bill through text or email.'
If you receive a fraudulent text, do not click any of the links or respond by sharing personal/financial information.
Director Wieferich encourages anyone concerned by fraudulent messages to reach out to MDOT for assurance that they do not owe any money for unpaid tolls. Calls can be made to 517-241-2400, or emails submitted to MDOT@
Michigan government agencies will not:
Request personal information through email, over the phone or text.
Demand money through email, over the phone or text. They will mail you a notice and offer payment options.
Ask for nor accept payment by prepaid gift card, wire transfer, cryptocurrency or a payment app.
The image below is an example of the fraudulent images being included in the recent toll road scam attempts, mimicking MDOT's website. Note the circled web address, it's different than the URL for State of Michigan websites.
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