The next time you check your phone for text messages, beware of scammers who are impersonating the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). The Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is warning consumers of reported phishing attempts in which scammers pretend to be from WisDOT and ask them to click on a fraudulent link or reveal personal information.

Some text messages commonly warn of a “final reminder” of an “outstanding toll” with official-looking content that is not really from WisDOT.  Members of the NEW Radio staff have received similar texts.

The WisDOT advises you to be wary of suspicious emails or messages, like ones referring to tolls in Wisconsin, which do not exist.  You should not respond or engage with a caller or click links from unsolicited texts that demand money and request your personal information. 

If you are a victim of a scam, you should consider filing a police report with a local law enforcement agency and report internet-based crimes at www.ic3.gov

(scam photo courtesy of WisDOT)