Lincolnton woman gets fake ‘traffic ticket’ text in DMV scam spreading across Charlotte area

LINCOLNTON, N.C. (WBTV) – A Lincolnton woman reached out to WBTV after receiving a text message with a traffic citation that demanded quick action or warned of serious penalties.

Turns out, it’s a scam making its way across the Charlotte area.

Scammers are constantly trying to take advantage of unsuspecting people, and this case is no different. But if you slow down and really look at the details of the message, it checks just about every box for red flags…

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