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FBI Warns of Nationwide Toll Scam Targeting Smartphone Users
2/9/2025
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- The FBI alerts users about a nationwide scam targeting Apple and Android devices with fake unpaid toll texts.
- Scammers impersonate toll agencies, demanding immediate payments through harmful links.
- Since March 2024, thousands of reports have surfaced across various states.
- Users should verify claims on official toll websites and delete any suspicious messages.
- The scam is attributed to Chinese cybercriminals employing advanced phishing techniques.
