Dover, DE – Delaware State Police are warning residents about a widespread text message scam circulating across the state today, targeting drivers with fake claims of unpaid traffic violations.
According to Delaware State Police, the scam involves messages that include an image labeled “Final Notice – Court Enforcement Action,” falsely appearing to come from the State of Delaware Justice of the Peace Court. The message often contains a supposed court date and a QR code, urging recipients to quickly pay outstanding balances tied to alleged traffic offenses.
Authorities stress that the messages are fraudulent and designed to trick recipients into sending money or sharing sensitive information. Officials say legitimate traffic violations and electronic toll notices are never issued through unsolicited text messages.
Police advise residents not to click on any links or scan QR codes included in these messages, especially if they come from unknown numbers. Sharing payment details or personal information could expose individuals to financial loss or identity theft.
Anyone who receives such a message is encouraged to report it as junk through their phone carrier and delete it immediately. For those concerned about a possible real traffic case, officials recommend contacting the Justice of the Peace Court directly using verified contact information.
The alert comes as similar scams have been reported in multiple states, often using official-looking documents and urgent language to pressure victims into acting quickly.
Authorities urge Delaware residents to remain cautious and help spread awareness to prevent others from falling victim.
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