Officials in Tennessee are alerting residents about a phishing scam that uses text messages and emails to impersonate the Tennessee Supreme Court. This scam falsely claims that recipients have outstanding parking or toll violations, aiming to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information.
The fraudulent messages appear to originate from the Tennessee Supreme Court and typically include links or QR codes that lead to fake websites. Chief Justice Jeff Bivins, along with the Administrative Office of the Courts and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, has stressed that the Tennessee courts do not send texts or emails regarding unpaid tickets.
Residents are advised to disregard these messages. An official statement clarifies that “the messages are not legitimate.” This warning comes as phishing scams continue to evolve, employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to target unsuspecting individuals.
Anyone who thinks they may have interacted with a fraudulent message is encouraged to contact the ITSD Helpdesk at 800-448-7980. Additionally, residents should report any scam messages to the Internet Crime Complaint Center.
Phishing scams like this one are designed to trick individuals into revealing personal information, potentially leading to identity theft and other forms of fraud. The Tennessee Supreme Court and associated agencies are actively working to inform the public about this issue to help prevent potential victimization.
As the situation unfolds, officials are monitoring the impact of these scams and will provide updates as necessary. Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and cautious when receiving unsolicited communications, especially those requesting personal information or directing them to unfamiliar websites.
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