Florence Officials Warn Of Recent Text Scam

The message claims that your vehicle registration and driver's license will be suspended if the fine is not paid.

Florence County officials are warning residents of a recent scam.

The scammers are sending text messages that appear to be from the South Carolina DMV.

The text informs the receiver that they have an unpaid traffic ticket linked to their name. It goes on to threaten that if the receiver does not pay the fine, they will be reported in the data-base.

The message claims that your vehicle registration and driver’s license will be suspended if the fine is not paid. It also includes a link to pay online.

Officials are warning people to refrain from engaging with the scammers. You’re urged to delete the message and do not provide any personal or financial information over the phone to someone you do not know.