The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scam text messages claiming to be from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). The messages falsely state that unpaid traffic tickets or tolls could lead to license suspension and include links asking for payment.
Officials advise not to click any links, share personal information, or respond to the messages. Residents should delete the texts and report them by forwarding to 7726 (SPAM) or the FTC. Any legitimate issues should be verified only through the official FLHSMV website…