Frankfort, KY – Kentucky residents are being warned about a new wave of scam text messages falsely claiming to be from the Kentucky State Police and demanding payment for alleged unpaid traffic violations.
According to Kentucky State Police, the scam messages began circulating again this week and are designed to appear urgent, often threatening enforcement actions if payment is not made quickly. Officials say the texts typically reference a fake citation number and warn recipients that failure to pay within a short timeframe could allegedly result in vehicle impoundment, license suspension, or even an arrest warrant.
Authorities emphasize that these messages are not legitimate and are part of an ongoing phishing scheme aimed at stealing personal and financial information. The fraudulent texts often include suspicious links that direct users to fake websites resembling official government pages.
Police say the scammers repeatedly attempt to create a sense of urgency to pressure individuals into clicking the link or making a payment. Victims who engage with these messages risk exposing sensitive data, including banking details.
The Kentucky State Police stress that they do not contact individuals via text message for citation payments or enforcement notices. Officials are urging residents to avoid clicking any links in unsolicited messages and to delete them immediately.
Anyone who receives one of these messages is encouraged to report it through the Kentucky Office of the Attorney General’s scam reporting resources or by visiting the official Kentucky State Police website for guidance on identifying and avoiding scams.
Officials continue to monitor the situation and remind the public to remain cautious, especially when receiving unexpected messages related to fines or legal action.
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