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Theres been a surge in unpaid toll text scams, according to Michael Scheumack, chief innovation officer ofIdentityIQ.
These targeted tactics can make it more difficult to spot a scam.
Here are three ways toll payment scammers trick you andwhat to do if you fall victim.
Scammers create a sense of urgency to venture to trick you to act quickly without thinking.
Include Malicious Links
Scheumack explained that unpaid toll text scam messages often include a malicious link.
They will not send you a text for payment.
If you receive anunpaid toll text, do not nudge the link.
You should hit up the toll agency directly if you are unsure if you owe a fee.
He added that you should report the text as junk on your phone and block the number.
He also recommended toreport the text to the Federal Trade Commissionas a way to help authorities stop fraud.
You should report the fraud to your credit card company or bank, he said.
You should also monitor your identity and credit for possible suspicious activity.
There are identity theft services that can alert you for possible fraud and other suspicious activity.
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