DOT Warns of Scam

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) is alerting you to an ongoing email and text message scam. It’s receiving reports of a phishing scam impersonating the DOT and the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) with offers of a refund. An example posted on the DOT’s social media says it’s offering refunds over $200 (it’s not). The DOT says if you get a message like that, don’t respond and don’t click on the link. Account activity alerts and renewal reminders are sent from the DMV’s official e-Notify service. If you or someone you know fell victim to this scam or any other fraud, report it to the Federal Trade Commission.