Mokena, IL – Police are warning commuters about a fraudulent QR code scam targeting Metra train station parking lots across Illinois. The scam involves fake ParkMobile signs designed to trick drivers into scanning a counterfeit QR code and paying for parking through a fraudulent link.
According to the Metra Police Department, the deceptive signs have been placed at various train stations, directing unsuspecting commuters to scam websites instead of the official ParkMobile payment platform.
The Mokena Police Department said Thursday that, so far, none of the fraudulent signs have been found in Village of Mokena parking lots. However, officials are urging residents and visitors to stay alert and check for official signage before making any payments.
Legitimate ParkMobile signs in Mokena display the village’s logo in the bottom-left corner and feature valid zone numbers ranging from 11234 to 11237 near the top. Police are reminding drivers to only use the official ParkMobile app or approved payment methods listed on authorized signs.
Residents who encounter suspicious QR codes or payment signs are encouraged to report them to local authorities or Metra Police immediately.
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