Recent statistics indicate a significant rise in toll road scams, with people receiving increasingly aggressive text messages threatening fines and license suspensions. Reports have shown a 900% increase in the searches related to these scams. Despite attempts by major tech firms like Apple and Google to block such fraudulent messages, scammers are adapting their strategies. The FBI and FTC have issued warnings, advising consumers to avoid responding to these texts. State agencies have also warned residents about the prevalence of these scams, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance.
The uptick in toll scam texts has led to a 900% increase in searches for toll road scams, demonstrating a significant rise in consumer vulnerability.
Although Apple has safety measures in place to protect users, scammers are adept at circumventing these protections, often by manipulating text responses.
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