Thruway Authority warns of E-ZPass phishing scam
Motorists in New York are being warned of a phishing scam involving fake texts from “E-ZPass NY” or “Tolls By Mail NY,” which falsely claim unpaid balances and seek sensitive personal details. The Thruway Authority stressed that neither entity requests such information via text or email.
Here’s how to spot the new E-ZPass smishing scam targeting N.J. drivers
Drivers in New Jersey who are receiving text messages claiming they have an unpaid E-ZPass charges are being told by state officials to ignore it and not to respond. The text comes with a veiled threat to “Pay your FastTrak lane tolls” by a certain date to “avoid fines and keep your license.”
Have an E-ZPass? WVPA warns drivers of text scam
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WBOY) — The West Virginia Parkways Authority (WVPA) is warning drivers of an ongoing text scam that targets “E-ZPass” users. According to a press release from the WVPA, E-ZPass customers have been receiving fraudulent texts sent by “E-ZPass Toll Services,” prompting users to click a link and enter payment information.
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,
Scam Alert: VDOT warns of toll payment text scam
The Virginia Department of Transportation is once again warning about a text scam accusing people of owing money in unpaid tolls.
Beware of E-ZPass text messaging scam
An alert regarding text messaging scams has been issued to E-ZPass customers, according to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Transportation. The text messages folks are receiving claim to be sent by “E-ZPass Toll Services”.
Congestion pricing scam tricks drivers into paying for tolls via text, E-ZPass NY warns
Scammers posing as toll collectors are sending drivers fake text messages to cash in on New York City congestion pricing, E-ZPass warns.
EZDriveMa is not E-ZPass, but that’s not stopping the scam; what to know now
Now referred to as the EZDriveMa scam, the messages aren’t real and no money is owed. And for area drivers, the tipoff is in the name; EZDriveMa is not E-ZPass. But, that’s not stopping scammers. Here’s what to know now.
NY petition targeting E-ZPass late fees and congestion pricing gains thousands of backers: ‘Legal extortion’
A New York driver who says he’s fed up with E-ZPass tolls has launched an online petition to change the system, including ...
Texting scam imitating E-ZPass invoice spreads to Mass. after targeting N.H., R.I. customers
Targeted phone numbers appear to be chosen at random and are “not uniquely associated with an account or usage of toll roads, ...
Drivers Hit with EZDriveMA Scam Texts—Here's What to Watch Out For
The EZDrive MA scam texts usually target drivers with messages that say you owe a small amount, or $6.99, in unpaid tolls and ...
Here’s how N.J. drivers will get a E-ZPass toll credit for Lower Manhattan congestion fee
Are N.J. drivers getting their Congestion pricing toll credits? The MTA explains why it doesn't immediately show up on their ...