Scam alert: Georgia drivers targeted by fake express lane invoice

Recently, a number of Georgia drivers have been targeted by a scam involving fake text messages about unpaid Georgia Express Lane fees.

According to malwaretips.com , these messages create a sense of urgency, pushing recipients to make immediate payments through a provided link to avoid late fees. This results in many drivers being misled into thinking these messages are legit.

These texts are fraudulent and do not come from any official Georgia toll agency . The links and payment instructions are designed to steal personal and financial information. These issues can lead to:

• Identity theft
• Financial Loss

How to recognize the Georgia Express Lane scam?

After receiving a questionable text, be cautions. Here are some tips on how to stay alert and recognize whether or not it is legit or not, according to a blog on malwaretips.com :

• Grammatical errors
• Unusually low amounts
• Threats
• Requests for unnecessary personal data

According to State Road and Tollway Authority's website , they will never verify personal information or toll trips, nor ask for personal information by email or text message.

Fallen for the scam? What are the next steps?

• Freeze the account by contacting the bank and credit card company. This can also allow any refunds to be made and a new card will be sent.
• Reset account passwords.
• Report the scam to the Federal Trade Commission .
• Block the number that sent the scam, but keep a copy of the text for evidence.

For more information, visit malwaretips.com .

This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: Scam alert: Georgia drivers targeted by fake express lane invoice