Elk City Police Warn Public About Scam Text Posing as DMV and Local Law Enforcement

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Elk City, OK – The Elk City Police Department has issued a public warning regarding a scam text message circulating in the area. The message claims to be from the Oklahoma Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or local police departments and falsely states that the recipient has an unpaid traffic citation. It threatens penalties such as license suspension, debt collection fees, and court action unless payment is made immediately via a link.

he scam message includes alarming language like:

  • Oklahoma DMV or police department Final Notice:

  • Penalties begin on a certain date.

  • Traffic citation unpaid.

  • If not resolved, you face:

  • DMV violation

  • License & registration suspension

  • Debt collections (+35%)

  • Court action

Police stress that this is a phishing scam designed to steal personal information or money.

Important reminders from Elk City PD:

  • They do not issue citations or threats via text.

  • Legitimate agencies will never demand immediate payment through links.

  • Do not click any links or respond to suspicious messages.

If you receive this type of message, authorities advise:

  • Don’t respond

  • Don’t click links

  • Report the message

  • Delete it immediately

Citizens with questions about tickets or fines are encouraged to contact the Elk City Police Department directly or visit official websites for the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety or local courts.

The department urges residents to stay vigilant and share the warning to help prevent others from falling victim.

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