How to spot an unpaid toll text scam
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March 20, 2025 – Published on ABC30 News Fresno, CA
A certain type of texting scam is recirculating, and this one has some people almost falling for it.
The scam is simple: threat actors are sending a text message demanding payment for an unpaid toll booth charge, along with a bogus link to “pay” the charge.
ABC30 Action News anchor Vanessa Vasconcelos spoke with Emily O’Carroll, cybersecurity expert at GuidePoint Security, for insights on how you can spot a fake and protect your personal information.
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