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DMV Text Scam Alert: Stay Vigilant, Protect Your Info!

6/5/2025

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Residents Warned About Scams

Residents in Virginia, Delaware, and North Carolina are on high alert as a text scam is sweeping through, posing as DMV officials. These deceitful messages falsely accuse individuals of unpaid traffic tickets, threatening dire consequences and demanding personal details. Authorities urge everyone to stay vigilant, report any suspicious texts, and remember: DMVs never ask for payments via text.

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Officials Warn of Scams

Minnesota and Wisconsin officials are sounding the alarm about a deceptive text scam that falsely claims recipients owe unpaid traffic tickets. These alarming messages threaten penalties and ask for personal information through a dangerous link. Authorities stress they never request payments via text or email, urging everyone to report any suspicious messages right away.

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Residents Warned About Scams

Residents in Virginia, Delaware, and North Carolina are on high alert as a text scam is sweeping through, posing as DMV officials. These deceitful messages falsely accuse individuals of unpaid traffic tickets, threatening dire consequences and demanding personal details. Authorities urge everyone to stay vigilant, report any suspicious texts, and remember: DMVs never ask for payments via text.

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