Iowa DOT warns of recent scam messages

Reports have been made of a scam that is occurring across the state and in the area.

The scam is a call, text, or email saying that unpaid traffic tickets are outstanding and demand immediate payment. The Iowa DOT has stated that they will never send out collection reminders and will never ask for private or financial information.

If you receive a text or call, do not share any information or click any links. Make a report of the scam to your local law enforcement and delete or report the message.