Here's what to do if you received a TxTag scam message
Many Texans have reported getting TxTag text messages regarding outstanding toll charges. This is a scam. KETK/FOX51 News covers East Texas, bringing you the latest local stories, weather, sports and lifestyle coverage from the Piney Woods.
That text message claiming you owe a TxTag late fee? It's a scam.
Have you received a surprise text message warning you to pay a TxTag toll bill or risk being hit with a late fee? If so, beware: You have likely been targeted by scammers. ALSO READ: Tracking the San Antonio area’s highway construction projects The Texas Department of Transportation is warning of scams focused on customers of the TxTag toll payment system.
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The spike in text messages appears to come from TxTag which recently transitioned drivers to a different toll service.
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If you’ve been prompted by a text message to settle a toll fee, you’re in the company of many others facing similar scams.
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Several TxTag customers have reported receiving text messages claiming to have a toll balance due or past due.
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KXAN reported earlier this month the Federal Trade Commission was also investigating the suspicious messages, dubbed a “smishing” attempt — or phishing efforts sent via text message. Those texts can not only lead to unsuspecting victims sending along money but clicking the included links can also result in stolen personal information.
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Millions of people nationwide are at risk of having their data stolen if they respond to the texts, including in Texas.
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