RICHMOND, PA — The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is warning residents about fraudulent text messages falsely claiming to be from the agency.
The messages demand immediate payment for outstanding traffic tickets or tolls and threaten license suspension.
Scammers use urgent language and fake links to steal personal information.
The DMV never sends messages requesting payment for fees.
Officials advise residents who receive a fraudulent text not to click any links or reply to the message.
Recipients should delete the message immediately.
Residents can verify any legitimate fines or suspected violations by visiting the official DMV website at www.dmv.virginia.gov.
