WisDOT warns of new phishing scam targeting Wisconsin DMV customers - Wausau Pilot & Review

Wausau Pilot & Review The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is warning residents about a new wave of phishing scams that falsely claim to come from the state DMV and may closely mimic official agency messages. WisDOT said the latest scam often arrives from out-of-state or international phone numbers and includes messages such as “Driver’s License Suspension Pending” or vague references to traffic violations. The messages typically urge immediate action and may include payment demands or links promising more details. State officials said the messages are fraudulent and are not from WisDOT or the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles. According to WisDOT, the goal of the scam is to pressure people into clicking fake links, visiting unofficial websites or sharing personal information. The agency said scammers have become more sophisticated and are increasingly able to imitate the appearance of official WisDOT content. In response, the DMV said it is continuing public outreach and posting alerts online and through social and traditional media. WisDOT urged consumers to be cautious of unsolicited texts or emails that demand immediate action, money or personal information. Officials said people should avoid clicking links or responding to messages if they did not sign up to receive communications from DMV. The agency is also encouraging customers to sign up for Wisconsin DMV’s eNotify service, which sends account activity alerts and renewal reminders. WisDOT said those notifications can help customers spot unauthorized activity, similar to alerts offered by banks and other financial institutions. People who believe they may have been targeted or victimized by a scam are encouraged to contact local law enforcement, report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission or the Internet Crime Complaint Center, and review their credit for possible signs of identity theft. WisDOT said customers can safely access DMV services directly through the agency’s official website at wisconsindmv.gov.