Kenosha Police and Wisconsin DOT Warn of Fake Traffic Ticket Scam

KENOSHA, WI — The Kenosha Police Department and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are warning residents about scams that demand payment for fake traffic citations.

Kenosha police say the latest wave includes calls and voicemails claiming a traffic ticket requires immediate attention. The scammers direct people to a fraudulent link to pay the supposed fine.

If you receive one of these messages, do not click any links, send money or provide personal information. Report the message as spam and delete it. If you’re unsure whether a ticket is real, look up the issuing agency or court’s phone number and contact it directly.

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