“Smishing,” or SMS (Short Message Service) phishing, is when scammers try to obtain your personal information via a text message. According to the Federal Trade Commission, the text might include a dollar amount for how much you supposedly owe, as well as a link.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is warning drivers about new versions of a smishing scam in which fraudsters send text messages demanding payment for unpaid tolls. 2/12/25

New variations of a text message scam demanding money for unpaid tolls are circulating, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including one version impersonating a collection agency working for the turnpike.

People who receive an unsolicited text, email, or similar message suggesting it is from the Pa. Turnpike or another toll/collection agency should not click on the link.

According to the Pa. Turnpike, scammers have been impersonating tolling agencies across the country and sending urgent requests to settle an overdue balance since April.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike is warning customers of a new smishing scam demanding money for unpaid tolls. The PA Turnpike is reminding Pennsylvanians to refrain from clicking any links or engaging with unexpected tests demanding money for unpaid tolls as new versions of the scam surface.