The Utah Division of Consumer Protection (Division) is alerting Utahns to a widespread phishing text scam. Scammers are impersonating legitimate toll authorities, including the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), by sending fraudulent text messages. These texts falsely claim you have an unpaid toll balance and threaten legal action if immediate payment isn't made. The post Don’t Fall for the “Unpaid Toll” Text Scam! appeared first on dcp.utah.gov.| dcp.utah.gov
Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated in our interconnected world. Reporting them protects not just yourself but your community as well. This post will cover the steps to take if you encounter a scam, how to report it to authorities, and local law enforcement’s role in combatting fraud. Recognizing the Signs of a Scam Before we delve into the ... Read More The post Scam Reporting: How to Report Suspicious Activity in Your Community appeared first on dcp.utah.gov.| dcp.utah.gov
This National Consumer Protection Week (and every week), the Utah Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is committed to safeguarding...| dcp.utah.gov