The University of North Texas Police Department has issued a warning about a new phishing scam targeting individuals with false claims of unpaid balances, particularly about TxTag, the Texas Department of Transportation's electronic toll collection system. In a recent social media post, the University of North Texas Police Department alerted the community about scam messages that deceive recipients into believing they owe money and risk having their vehicle registrations suspended if they fail to pay.
The scam involves sending emails or SMS messages with fraudulent links, prompting users to make payments on what is presented as past-due balances, the post from February 25th, states "TXDOT will not send emails for SMS messages about unpaid balances," further advising that individuals should exercise caution and avoid clicking on unverified links.
The public must remain vigilant against such phishing attempts, which aim to extract personal and financial information. The UNT Police Department's warning underscores the broader issue of digital security and the constant need for awareness in an age where scams are becoming more sophisticated. People who receive such messages are encouraged to not engage, not to click on any links, and to report the incident to the proper authorities.
