Heads up, commuters! A new scam is targeting drivers using Fastrak lanes, and it's arriving via text message. These fraudulent texts often claim you owe a toll payment and prompt you to click a link to 'resolve' the issue.
**Here's the deal:** Legitimate Fastrak communications rarely, if ever, come via unsolicited text messages. These scams aim to steal your personal and financial information. Clicking the link can lead to malware or a phishing site designed to look like the real Fastrak website.
**How to protect yourself:**
* **Don't click:** Never click on links in suspicious text messages, especially if they request personal or financial information.
* **Verify independently:** If you're unsure about a toll charge, access your Fastrak account directly through the official website (type the address in your browser yourself!) or call customer service.
* **Report the scam:** Forward the text message to 7726 (SPAM) to help authorities track and combat these fraudulent activities.
Stay vigilant and keep your information safe. Don't let scammers put the 'fast' in Fastrak scam!
