Sheriff’s office warns of Bureau of Motor Vehicles scam

ByLocal Sources Reading Time: 1 minute

The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning to the community regarding a scam involving the DMV/Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Scammers are contacting people via text, email, and phone, claiming there is an issue. They often include fake links or request payment or personal details.

Important Reminders:

• The DMV/BMV will not ask for your Social Security number, banking information, or payments through unsolicited messages.

• Do not click suspicious links or respond to unknown senders.

• Verify all information directly through the official DMV/BMV website or by calling your local branch.

• If you believe you’ve been targeted, report it to local law enforcement.

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