According to recent events in Rochester, NY, the New York State Police has received numerous reports of smishing text scams.
The NYSP is cautioning individuals in the community to be wary of any emails or text messages purportedly from E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail requesting sensitive personal information like social security numbers, credit card numbers, usernames, or passwords. It is important to note that E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail will never solicit such information through electronic means.