If you’ve recently received a text message claiming to be from ICBC, you’re not alone.
Campbell River RCMP say they’ve received multiple reports of just that as of late, where the apparent “ICBC” states that the recipient has unpaid tickets.
The texts go on to say that if the fines remain unpaid, that service will be discontinued or licenses suspended.
According to RCMP, these texts are completely fraudulent and appear to have originated from an international number that is not at all affiliated with ICBC.
“These kinds of scams have become more common and many people end up being duped,” advised Cst Maury Tyre.
“If in doubt about communications received from a corporate entity, especially by text or email, don’t interact with them or give any personal information. The simplest way to determine if it’s a scam is to contact the company yourself, without using the link the scammer has provided in the email or text. Legitimate contact numbers are available on the back of you’re credit cards and on official company websites.”
In addition to this, there have been multiple posts across social media claiming to receive the same kind of text messages, including those from Victoria.
RCMP remind the public that if anyone has any information regarding criminal activity, they should contact the Campbell River RCMP at 250-286-6221.
If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
