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Toll Road Text Scam

Southern Connector "Overdue Toll Charges"

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The SCDCA says there is a new texting scam about "overdue toll charges"
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The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs released the top scams reported in December...

In December 2024, consumers reported 33 scams according to the Agency, the top three types included Tech, Debt Collection and Purchase.


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Actual monies lost due to these fraudulent schemes amounted to nearly $94,000.  But the potential loss, had these scams not been reported, could have been three quarter of a million dollars.

Consumer Affairs is warning the public about another possible scam, involving the Southern Connector. Phishing text messages are being sent regarding overdue toll charges.

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Should you get a text of this nature, first contact the Southern Connector directly, do not click on any links in the text, and lastly, report the message to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (800) 922-1594.

Southern Connector "Overdue Toll Charges"