Service Oklahoma warns residents of text scam

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Service Oklahoma is warning residents of a recent scam impersonating state government agencies like the Department of Motor Vehicles.

According to Service OK, the messages say the person may have unpaid traffic violations that must be taken care of right away to avoid penalties. The messages also include a suspicious link and various threats like license suspension, legal action and negative credit reporting.

Service OK warns of text scams. Image courtesy Service Oklahoma.