How to Protect Yourself
- Do Not Click on Suspicious Links: Avoid clicking on links from unknown or unexpected text messages.
- Verify Through Official Channels: If you receive a message claiming to be from a government agency or company, contact them directly using verified contact information.
- Report Suspicious Messages: Forward scam texts to 7726 (SPAM) and report them to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
- Educate Others: Share information about these scams with friends and family to raise awareness.
- https://connect.udot.utah.gov/notices/scam-alert-utah-toll-services/
- UDOT notice of scams
Example of a recent scam
