Drivers can go to the New Jersey E-ZPass website or app and check for any outstanding tolls or violation notices. State law also requires E-ZPass to check to see if a vehicle owner has a valid account before issuing a violation notice. In April, the NJ E-ZPass group’s advice was direct and simple, don’t respond to the text.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WBOY) — The West Virginia Parkways Authority (WVPA) is warning drivers of an ongoing text scam that targets “E-ZPass” users. According to a press release from the WVPA, E-ZPass customers have been receiving fraudulent texts sent by “E-ZPass Toll Services,” prompting users to click a link and enter payment information.

RITBA is advising that these are “smishing” messages designed to deceive users into visiting a fraudulent website.

Motorists in New York are being warned of a phishing scam involving fake texts from “E-ZPass NY” or “Tolls By Mail NY,” which falsely claim unpaid balances and seek sensitive personal details. The Thruway Authority stressed that neither entity requests such information via text or email.

An alert regarding text messaging scams has been issued to E-ZPass customers, according to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Transportation. The text messages folks are receiving claim to be sent by “E-ZPass Toll Services”.

Scammers posing as toll collectors are sending drivers fake text messages to cash in on New York City congestion pricing, E-ZPass warns.

Edmonds Police is warning residents of a new scam that is making the rounds threatening arrest if you fail to pay a fine for missing jury duty. Maui residents are being warned about a dangerous new scam targeting local people. RITBA is advising that these are “smishing” messages designed to deceive users into visiting a fraudulent website.

Targeted phone numbers appear to be chosen at random and are “not uniquely associated with an account or usage of toll roads,” MassDOT said in a statement.