Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is warning drivers this week about a new round of toll violation scams circulating by text and email.
According to ADOT, the messages falsely claim to be “final notices” demanding payment for unpaid toll violations. The fraudulent messages often threaten penalties such as license suspension, registration holds, or referral to collections if payment is not made immediately.
Officials emphasized that Arizona does not operate toll roads and that any communication requesting toll payments should be considered a scam. Residents are urged not to click on links, not to share personal information, and to delete the message immediately.
ADOT recommends verifying suspicious communications directly by visiting azdot.gov or by contacting the department through official channels. Law enforcement agencies are aware of similar scams that have resurfaced periodically, particularly around the start of the year when scammers exploit billing confusion.
Anyone who has already provided personal or payment information should contact their financial institution and file a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
ADOT continues to share updates on its verified social media channels to help prevent residents from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.
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