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Fake ‘traffic ticket’ text scams return in Illinois with threats and major typos

A wave of fraudulent text messages has resurfaced across Illinois, falsely warning residents of unpaid traffic tickets and threatening immediate penalties if payment is not made within 24 hours. The messages claim to come from the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles and include alarming statements about possible suspension of vehicle registration, prosecution, credit score impact, and extra toll fees. Officials have confirmed that these messages are fake and part of an ongoing scam designed t

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04 Nov 2025 10:45 AM 326 views

Fake ‘traffic ticket’ text scams return in Illinois with threats and major typos

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Beware of amazon recall text scam targeting personal and financial information

The Federal Trade Commission has issued a strong warning to consumers about a new scam involving fake text messages that appear to come from Amazon. According to officials, many individuals have reported receiving texts that claim an item they purchased has been recalled. These messages include a link promising a full refund, but the FTC has clarified that these messages are fraudulent and designed to steal money or personal information from unsuspecting victims. Scammers are becomi

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02 Aug 2025 14:59 PM 532 views

Beware of amazon recall text scam targeting personal and financial information

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Beware of Lollapalooza ticket scams as festival nears in Chicago

As the countdown begins for the highly anticipated Lollapalooza festival in Chicago, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning fans to stay vigilant against a surge in ticket-related scams. With the four-day music event set to take over Grant Park from July 31 to August 3, scammers are expected to exploit the urgency of last-minute ticket buyers with fake websites, counterfeit tickets, and fraudulent merchandise. BBB President and CEO Steve J. Bernas cautioned that scammers prey o

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Beware of Lollapalooza ticket scams as festival nears in Chicago

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Fake ‘traffic ticket’ text scams return in Illinois with threats and major typos

Fake ‘traffic ticket’ text scams return in Illinois with threats and major typos

Beware of amazon recall text scam targeting personal and financial information

Beware of amazon recall text scam targeting personal and financial information

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Beware of Lollapalooza ticket scams as festival nears in Chicago

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Multiple tomato brands pulled from shelves across U.S.

Rahul Gandhi to Protest in Bengaluru on August 5 Over Alleged Vote Fraud

Beyonce's Cowboy Carter Tour at NRG Stadium: Weekend Forecast

Bottlenose dolphin calf born at Chicago zoo after more than a decade

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How fatal is CM Jagan Mohan Reddy's Injury?

India Launches First Hydrogen Highways: Nitin Gadkari Unveils Clean Mobility Future

#scamalert

Fake ‘traffic ticket’ text scams return in Illinois with threats and major typos

Fake ‘traffic ticket’ text scams return in Illinois with threats and major typos

Beware of amazon recall text scam targeting personal and financial information

Beware of amazon recall text scam targeting personal and financial information

Beware of Lollapalooza ticket scams as festival nears in Chicago

Beware of Lollapalooza ticket scams as festival nears in Chicago

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Rahul Gandhi to Protest in Bengaluru on August 5 Over Alleged Vote Fraud

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Biden Sounds Alarm Over Growing Oligarchy and Tech-Industrial Complex in Farewell Address

Red Fort Blast Probe Reveals Hamas-Style Drone Attack Plot Across Delhi

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