Scammers in Oregon are sending fraudulent texts claiming to be from the DMV or Oregon Department of Transportation, warning of unpaid tolls and potential fines or license suspension. Oregon Department of Transportation's recent bulletin confirms these messages are false, as Oregon Department of Transportation does not have a toll program.
The Oregon DMV sends SMS messages for security codes and appointment reminders but does not request unsolicited payments. Messages claiming unpaid toll fees are likely scams designed to steal personal and financial information through phishing links, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation.
To avoid toll-related scams, do not click links in suspicious texts and verify claims directly with Oregon Department of Transportation. Report scams to the Oregon Department of Justice Consumer Hotline, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, or the Federal Trade Commission. If affected, secure your financial accounts and monitor for unusual activity. For information, contact Oregon Department of Transportation at 1-888-Ask-ODOT or the DMV at 1-855-540-6655, or visit the Oregon DMV website.
