The GJPD says toll companies and the DMV won’t contact you through unsolicited text messages demanding urgent payment. GJPD also says if you encounter a scam like this, do not act too quickly.

Last year, consumers nationwide reported over $390 million in losses to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission from scams that ...

5. Possible legal action and negative credit report Pay Now:” The text includes a website link where people can pay the fake bill. The DMV reminds members of the public that none of it is ...

The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about an ongoing phone scam in which people are impersonating KCSO personnel. They are contacting residen ...

The scammer claimed Xcel Energy was taking over People's Energy Cooperative's service and insisted on immediate bill payment.