Notice: Scam Alert – Fraudulent Traffic Violation Texts
The Allentown Parking Authority has been made aware of a text message scam circulating in which recipients are falsely warned of traffic violations and threatened with criminal prosecution if they do not take immediate action.
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Scam impersonating Pennsylvania Courts warns of criminal prosecution for unpaid tickets
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts is warning residents of a new text scam making rounds.
A release from the AOPC says the scam involves text messages that “spoof” or mimic Pennsylvania Courts and/or Unified Judicial System website.
The text warns of an “outstanding traffic ticket” that must be paid with a scam URL, later warning of “fictitious actions and penalties” if the ticket is not paid.
LehighValleyNews.com | By Makenzie Christman
Published May 29, 2025 at 5:17 PM EDT