NMA Texas Alert: Watch out for Bogus Camera-Ticket Collection Scheme
This Alert isn't about the "legitimate" national scam that is red-light cameras in general; this is to warn you about the completely criminal scam in Texas right now where people are pretending to be red-light ticket collectors.
According to the KLTV story from June 22nd, scammers are calling people all over the state, claiming to represent DPS (The Department of Public Safety) or other law enforcement organizations, and demanding payment for overdue red-light tickets.
The KLTV article points out that:
If you are ticketed through the red-light camera system, you'll be notified by mail. You'll receive a form which has your name and owners registration, and an instruction page on how to pay the fine. No phone calls.
As with any scam, no credit card or personal information should be given to anyone over the phone. Anyone getting this type of call should immediately note the number the call came from and notify police.
The "legitimate" costs that government imposes on motorists are taking a big enough dent out of your pocketbook. Don't let these scammers get a hold of it as well.
