The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is warning residents of a E-Z Pass smishing scam targeting victims through text message. The FBI defines smishing as a scam in the form of text message. E-Z Pass users are being sent text messages saying they have an overdue balance for their toll account and asking for immediate payment. VDOT says they will never send messages about toll bills through text message and urge residents to never give away financial information over text.
Virginia Beach City Council is considering implementing School Zone Photo Speed Enforcement, following other Hampton Roads cities. WAVY reports that other cities have issued warnings before fines, with fines typically set at $100 per violation. Some cities have faced lawsuits over the use of third-party citation issuers, with mixed legal outcomes.