BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Better Business Bureau is reminding travelers who may be driving to a destination for the holidays to be aware of a recent scam regarding tolls.
The scam comes as a text message with the title "NY toll services" and says that an invoice is now due.
"Basically the scammer will send a text message to somebody in New York State, claiming they have a balance they need to pay for toll fees, and then it prompts them to click on a link and share their bank account information," Katarina Schmieder, the communications director for BBB, told 2 On Your Side.
"I've spoken to people who have lost over a thousand dollars sharing that information."
The Better Business Bureau says to always report a suspicious message you may receive, and to never share any personal information.