State police are warning about a text scam where fraudsters pose as the Pennsylvania DMV or Turnpike, claiming users owe traffic fees. The texts threaten license suspension and include fake links. Officials urge recipients not to click or respond and to verify any claims directly with PennDOT or the Turnpike Commission. Scams should be reported to the FTC or FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.
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