It seems that every day, a new scam pops up, and they are becoming more and more sophisticated. Police across New York State are now warning residents of a new text scam that involves the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
New Text Scam Targets Drivers In New York State
The Amherst Police in Western New York recently posted on their Facebook page a warning of a new text scam in New York that is targeting drivers. The scammers claim to be the New York State DMV and cite that the driver has unpaid tickets.
The scammers claim that if the tickets are not paid, the driver could lose their license and even get jail time. The scammers provide a link to make the payment, and of course, that link is not associated with the DMV.
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If you do get one of these text messages, you are asked to send a screenshot of the text to dmv.sm.phishingattacks@dmv.ny.gov so they can investigate.
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Tips To Avoid Getting Scammed By Text
Never Interact With The Text: If you get a text asking for personal information from a number you don’t know or are unsure of, never send any personal information. If you have questions about the text, you should contact the business that you think sent you the message and ask if it is a real message.
Watch For Red Flags: Look for things that are not normal, misspellings, a sense of urgency, and demands. Most businesses will not demand immediate action.
Update Your Phone’s Software: Having the latest security updates for your phone is an easy way to make sure you are getting the best protection against scams.
New York DMV Issues Tips To Avoid Getting Scammed