FBI investigates rising Peach Pass scam claiming unpaid tolls
The FBI is investigating the rise in a scam text being sent out to Georgians saying they owe money for their Peach Pass.
Those texts threatening legal action for unpaid Peach Pass tolls? Ignore it. Here’s why
The Georgia State Road & Tollway Authority and the FBI warn texters about a nationwide scam that is bombarding phone owners in Georgia.
No, Peach Pass isn’t texting you about unpaid tolls
Scam text messages dinging cell phones across Georgia are urging people to pay tolls via a link to a fake website that often mirrors the real one.
FBI Atlanta Warns of Smishing Scam Regarding Peach Pass
Since March 1, the number of complaints to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center reporting smishing texts from Georgia’s electronic toll collection system, Peach Pass, has jumped dramatically.
Countless Georgians hit with scam texts saying they owe Peach Pass, toll money
A wave of scam texts claiming unpaid toll violations has flooded Georgia drivers’ phones, prompting state toll officials to issue a warning the public. The phishing scam has hit other parts of the country, from Massachusetts to California. Now, they're targeting Georgia drivers. Authorities say the messages are fraudulent and should not be trusted.
FBI investigates rising Peach Pass scam
The FBI is investigating the rise in a scam text being sent out to Georgians saying they owe money for their Peach Pass.
Spam texts about unpaid tolls are on the rise. Here’s what to do if you get one
Smartphone users are being targeted by scam texts saying they have unpaid tolls and E-ZPass charges. How to know if you are being scammed and what to do about it.
Did you get a text from 'Peach Pass?' You're not the only one. What to do to avoid the scam
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BEWARE: FBI Atlanta Reports High Number Of Complaints Regarding Peach Pass Smishing Scheme
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FBI Atlanta Warns of Peach Pass Smishing Scam
Since March 1, the number of complaints to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center reporting smishing texts from Georgia’s ...