Montgomery, Ala. (WDNews) – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is warning the public about a scam involving fake text messages claiming to be from ALDOT regarding unpaid toll fees.
The fraudulent texts often state that you owe tolls and may even threaten legal action if you don’t pay. Some messages include links that appear legitimate and may even display ALDOT’s logo.
Officials stress that these messages are fake. ALDOT does not send payment requests or collect toll fees through text messaging.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns that clicking on these links may lead to phishing scams designed to steal your personal or financial information.
If you receive one of these messages:
- Do not click on any links
- Do not respond or share personal/payment info
- Block the sender
- Report it by forwarding the text to 7726 (SPAM)
File a report with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov
