Phishing Scams Target Drivers with Fake Court and Toll Notices

• •Phishing scams are impersonating court and transportation agencies in Indiana and Washington.
• •Victims receive urgent messages demanding payment for non-existent toll violations or tickets.
• •State officials are urging residents to report suspicious messages and avoid engaging with scammers.

A surge in phishing scams has been reported, targeting residents in Indiana and Washington state. Scammers are impersonating official court systems and state transportation departments, sending fraudulent emails and text messages that demand payment for fictitious toll violations or traffic tickets. These messages often employ urgent language and appear authentic, tricking victims into revealing personal and financial information. State officials, including Indiana's Rep. Jack Jordan and Washington's Attorney General Nick Brown, have issued warnings and advice for residents to recognize and report these scams. Victims are advised to avoid clicking on links or responding to suspicious messages. Reports indicate that these scams are difficult to trace, as many scammers operate from foreign countries. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious communications to the appropriate authorities.