Wed Sep 25 08:39:15 UTC 2024: ## DVSA Warns of Parking Fine Scam Targeting Drivers

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is urging drivers to be vigilant against a new text message scam targeting motorists. Scammers are sending fake parking penalty charge notices, threatening drivers with vehicle bans, increased fines, and even court appearances if they don’t pay up immediately.

The text messages, claiming to be from DVSA, include a link that drivers are urged to click to pay the supposed fine. This link is likely to lead to a fraudulent website designed to steal personal and financial information.

**Key features of the scam:**

* **Urgent tone:** The messages use threatening language and emphasize immediate payment to avoid consequences.
* **Fake DVSA name:** The messages falsely claim to be from the DVSA.
* **Suspicious links:** The messages include a link that should not be clicked.

The DVSA has confirmed that they do **not** issue parking fines.

**If you receive a text message like this:**

* **Do not click on any links.**
* **Do not share any personal or financial information.**
* **Report the scam text message to the National Cyber Security Centre.**

**If you have already shared your personal information:**

* **Contact your bank immediately.**
* **Report the incident to Action Fraud.**

The DVSA reminds drivers that they will never contact them via text message to demand payment for parking fines.

**Stay safe and vigilant!**

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