Officials just uncovered a fake parking ticket scam where people would be given a ticket that looks like the real thing. The only difference is that the ticket directed users to a scam website where users enter their personal information, credit card number and (yes) push submit. Once that happens the website says, thank you for paying your ticket.
Ok, here are a few things to consider. FIRST: always consider what website you’re going to, does it look legitimate? In this case, not quite, plus it wasn’t associated with a government website. SECOND: If you’re not sure, reach out and ask someone. In this case, goto the local government website. They probably have a link to their ticket payment website. THIRD: Whenever you’re asked to provide personal information, double check who you’re giving it to, and ensure they legitimately need the information.
Unfortunately, these people may get their identities stolen, have money taken out of their credit cards, etc. They may even get placed on telemarketing scam phone number lists where you could get scammed another way via the phone…unwanted calls, etc…