Priceville Police warn of new scam: Fake toll violation notice

PRICEVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Priceville Police Department said there is a new scam going around, notifying people by email, text and mail.

According to the department, scammers are sending fake toll notices to people to trick them into paying tolls that they don’t actually owe. “Stay alert and protect yourself,” PPD said.

PPD also provided information on how to spot a scam, how to stay safe and how to stay informed

How to spot a scam

Messages demanding immediate payment for unpaid tolls.
Links to unfamiliar websites or requests for payment via gift cards.
Threatening language like “Pay now to avoid legal action.”

How to stay safe from scams

Verify claims directly with your toll agency (e.g., EZ-Pass, SunPass).
Avoid clicking on links in unsolicited messages.
Report scams to the FTC at www.ftc.gov/complaint.

Stay informed

PPD provided the text of what the scam toll violation notice might look like:

Toll Violation Notice:

This is your final notice regarding the unpaid toll balance on your account. You must settle the balance within the next 12 hours to avoid severe penalties.

Unpaid Balance: $6.99

Due Date: April 22, 2025

Failure to pay within this time frame will result in the following:

1.Immediate addition of late payment fees to your balance

2.Suspension of your vehicle registration by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

3.Collection actions, including a negative report to your credit file

Please make your payment promptly to avoid these severe consequences and protect your driving privileges.

Pay Now: https://ezpass.com-fwr.win/pay

If the link fails, reply with ‘Y’, exit the SMS, and reopen it to activate the link, or copy and paste it directly into your browser to complete your payment.

This is your last opportunity. Pay now to avoid irreversible consequences.

PPD