The New York State Thruway Authority is alerting residents about a fraudulent text message scam targeting E-ZPass users. The scam involves text messages falsely claiming to be from Tolls by Mail, asking for sensitive personal information such as credit card numbers or social security numbers.
Important Reminder: Tolls by Mail will never request personal information via email or text. If you receive such a message, do not provide any information. Instead, report the incident by calling 1-844-TBM-8400 (1-844-826-8400). You can also ask the sender for their contact information so you can verify their legitimacy.
District Attorney’s Advice: District Attorney Tom Walsh advises residents to scrutinize any unfamiliar emails before clicking on links. If you suspect an email is fraudulent, forward it to the Federal Trade Commission at spam@uce.gov or to the Rockland County DA Tip 411.
For more information and tips on avoiding the E-ZPass toll text scam, visit the NYS Thruway Authority’s website: E-ZPass Scam Information.