South Fulton Police warn residents of traffic ticket scam

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The South Fulton Police Department is alerting residents to a traffic ticket scam targeting drivers in the area. Residents have reported receiving text messages that appear to be official citation notices, claiming the recipient has an outstanding toll or parking violation and must pay fines immediately to avoid license suspension, arrest, or additional penalties. Police have confirmed these messages are fraudulent and are urging people not to fall for the scam or click on any links provided.

Why it matters

Scams like this can trick unsuspecting drivers into paying fake fines or providing sensitive personal information. By raising awareness, the police hope to prevent residents from becoming victims of this deceptive scheme and losing money unnecessarily.

The details

The fake text messages look like official citation notices, complete with a court date, time, and a link for residents to immediately pay their supposed fines. However, the South Fulton Police Department has confirmed these messages are a scam and that real citations will only come through official channels, not through sketchy links with typos and threats.

• The South Fulton Police Department began receiving reports from residents about the scam text messages in early April 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The South Fulton Police Department is advising residents to be vigilant and not respond to or click on any links in the fraudulent text messages. They are also encouraging anyone who has received such a message to report it to the authorities.