Scam targets Highway 407 ETR drivers in Ontario

A scam circulating now targets Highway 407 ETR drivers in Ontario.

The fraudsters, pretending to represent the toll highway, send a text message claiming the recipient has an unpaid balance, according to a post on Reddit yesterday (Jan. 1).

“Scammers are getting smarter and more ruthless. Stay vigilant!!” the poster said.

This is actually a repeat of a scam that circulated in late 2022, and it appears to be making the rounds again.

Recently Highway 407 ETR warned people that scammers are sending a fake request for payment through text messages.

“Scam Alert! Fraudsters are sending scams by text message,” 407 ETR said on X in December. “Don’t click the link! 407 ETR only sends text messages for payment reminders which include a link to a secure webpage to make the payment.”

There were also reports of phishing attempts where a scammer tries to get personal information.

The text message prompts the recipient to respond to a billing notification.

People unsure if a message is real should visit http://407etr.com/contactus to verify.

To find out more about fraud and current scams, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

Scam Alert! Fraudsters are sending scams by text message. Don’t click the link!
407 ETR only sends text messages for payment reminders which include a link to a secure webpage to make the payment.
If you're ever in doubt, visit https://t.co/j7L5CJmqtp to get in touch. pic.twitter.com/FVLE0vhPK9

— 407 ETR (@407ETR) December 14, 2023