Beware of Fake SunPass Toll Scams: Red Flags and How to Protect Yourself

The Rise of Fake Toll Scams

• ⚠️ Impersonation scams are increasingly targeting drivers through text messages, claiming outstanding toll balances.
• 💡 These fake texts aim to trick recipients into making payments via a provided link to avoid late fees.
• 🎯 Scammers exploit the urgency of potential late fees to pressure individuals into acting quickly without verification.

Identifying Scam Red Flags

• 📱 A primary red flag is the sender's number; scams often originate from international numbers or unusual email addresses.
• 🗺️ Texts may falsely claim to be from legitimate toll systems like SunPass, Peach Pass (Georgia), or Easy Pass (Massachusetts).
• 🔗 Be wary if the link provided in the text does not resemble a familiar toll website.

Protecting Yourself from Scams

• 🚫 Delete and block suspicious text messages immediately.
• 📞 If you suspect you have outstanding tolls, contact the toll company directly rather than responding to a text.
• 🔒 Legitimate organizations will never ask you to act urgently or provide sensitive financial information like card details, PINs, or verification codes via text.
• 🏦 As a proactive measure, contact your financial institution to set up alerts and monitoring for your accounts.