{"id":8761,"date":"2025-01-16T14:01:10","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T14:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/blog\/\/"},"modified":"2025-06-16T19:47:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T19:47:20","slug":"unpaid-toll-text-message-scams-how-to-spot-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/es\/blog\/unpaid-toll-text-message-scams-how-to-spot-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Unpaid Toll Text Message Scams: How to Spot Them and Protect Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8761\" class=\"elementor elementor-8761\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67cffd29 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"67cffd29\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb5a80b elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"bb5a80b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<iframe width=\"315\" height=\"560\"\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/embed\/NAZxsDUd1_E\"\r\nframeborder=\"0\"\r\nallow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\"\r\nallowfullscreen><\/iframe>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-772d1017 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"772d1017\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/es\/blog\/dont-fall-for-this-new-florida-dmv-text-message-scam\/\">CLICK HERE FOR THE JUNE 2025 UPDATE ON TEXT MESSAGE SCAMS<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Scams targeting drivers are on the rise, and one particularly sneaky tactic involves fraudulent text messages about unpaid tolls. These messages prey on the fear of penalties, creating urgency and tricking people into sharing personal information or making payments. Here&#8217;s how to spot these scams and what you should do if you receive one.<\/p>\n\n<p>Back in 2024, at least 10 fraudulent Sunpass websites were shut down according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fox35orlando.com\/news\/fake-sunpass-websites-shut-down-in-crackdown-of-fake-mobile-text-alert-scams\">this report<\/a>. However, based on this recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/florida\/comments\/1i16xr4\/is_this_a_scam_please_help\/?%24deep_link=true&amp;correlation_id=b822ee4d-7bd4-4dfe-bb14-2947d29ba476&amp;post_fullname=t3_1i16xr4&amp;post_index=0&amp;ref=email_digest&amp;ref_campaign=email_digest&amp;ref_source=email&amp;utm_content=post_title&amp;%243p=e_as&amp;_branch_match_id=1260363841123912976&amp;utm_medium=Email%20Amazon%20SES&amp;_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA22PzU7DMBCEnya9paWOaQGpQgjEa6yceJOs8J%2FWG6Unnp0NBU5ItjX6xjNezyKlPh0OjN6T7F0p%2B0Dp49CV58bYrlwQXN2pzEwTJRdg4XCZt1TTvTTmXde6rvuf%2FJCjAtY9Bk14p0pZxCRV5ZGOpytbVVRBZj0c1MFFKAFdRZgxlK2z09p7Yz1igW2cpnsTXrAxpyEzY3BCOQF55f2DMYjWt%2Bfe29b6Edu%2BP9rWPNqzN4%2B9s%2BeT5kquAuMSQnIRt7oO%2Foa5mZQ8XtW5U8A4qsLoKICnCavcIOisxdGU%2FndrXnjAX0%2FhIhGGnES%2Fr%2FT7GSEJuPvU68hMaYKe81qRL68z54hfK9LwbJABAAA%3D\">Reddit thread<\/a>, the scams are continuing to hit Floridians by text message. Today&#8217;s scams seem to mostly involve unpaid tolls, however, sending fake red light camera tickets is another method used in the past. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/es\/blog\/warning-do-not-fail-for-this-red-light-camera-ticket-scam\/\">Back in 2022, we warned everyone about this scam too!<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 id=\"h-spotting-a-scam-red-flags-to-watch-for\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spotting a Scam: Red Flags to Watch For<\/h3>\n\n<p>Not every unpaid toll message is legitimate, so knowing the warning signs can save you from a scam. Here\u2019s what to look out for:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unexpected Messages<\/strong><br \/>Did you recently drive through a toll road? If the text seems out of the blue and you haven\u2019t used toll roads, it&#8217;s a major red flag. Scammers often send mass texts hoping to catch someone off guard.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Generic Greetings<\/strong><br \/>Messages that say &#8220;Dear Customer&#8221; instead of your name or vehicle information are likely scams. Legitimate agencies usually include specific details about your account.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Suspicious Links<\/strong><br \/>These texts almost always include a link, urging you to click and pay right away. The link might look official but usually leads to a fake payment portal designed to steal your credit card or personal information.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Pressure to Act Immediately<\/strong><br \/>Scammers rely on fear tactics, like threats of fines or legal action, to rush you into paying. Government agencies or toll authorities won\u2019t demand immediate action through text messages.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Poor Grammar and Spelling Errors<\/strong><br \/>Official correspondence is typically well-written. If the text is full of typos or awkward language, it\u2019s likely fake.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>Here is a recent example:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"473\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-8767\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-473x1024.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-473x1024.png 473w, https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-139x300.png 139w, https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-768x1662.png 768w, https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-710x1536.png 710w, https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-946x2048.png 946w, https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-6x12.png 6w, https:\/\/www.theticketclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-to-do-if-you-get-one-of-these-texts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do if You Get One of These Texts<\/h3>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t Click the Link<\/strong><br \/>The easiest way for scammers to steal your information is by tricking you into clicking a malicious link. Resist the urge, no matter how official it looks.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Verify the Claim<\/strong><br \/>If you&#8217;re unsure whether the toll is unpaid, check your records directly. Visit the website of your state\u2019s toll authority\u2014such as Florida\u2019s SunPass or E-ZPass\u2014and log in to your account to confirm your toll history.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Look Up the Number<\/strong><br \/>Search for the sender&#8217;s phone number online. Many scam reporting sites list numbers used in these schemes.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Report the Scam<\/strong><br \/>Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM), a service that helps mobile carriers block scam messages. You can also report it to your local toll authority and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Delete the Message<\/strong><br \/>Once you&#8217;ve reported the text, delete it from your phone. This reduces the chance of clicking the link accidentally in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 id=\"h-stay-one-step-ahead\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay One Step Ahead<\/h3>\n\n<p>Scammers are always evolving, but awareness is your best defense. Legitimate toll authorities don\u2019t communicate unpaid toll notices via text; instead, they send mail or electronic invoices if you\u2019re enrolled in a system like SunPass. Keeping this in mind can help you avoid falling victim.<\/p>\n\n<p>When in doubt, double-check through official channels. If you\u2019ve received a suspicious toll-related text, and you\u2019re unsure about its legitimacy, consult a traffic lawyer. At The Ticket Clinic, we help drivers navigate confusing situations like these and ensure they don\u2019t fall prey to scams.<\/p>\n\n<p>Stay alert, stay informed, and don\u2019t let scammers take you for a ride!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CLICK HERE FOR THE JUNE 2025 UPDATE ON TEXT MESSAGE SCAMS Scams targeting drivers are on the rise, and one particularly sneaky tactic involves fraudulent text messages about unpaid tolls. These messages prey on the fear of penalties, creating urgency and tricking people into sharing personal information or making payments. 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