RICHMOND, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Virginia Department of Transportation is warning drivers of scam text messages requesting payment for outstanding toll charges.

Authorities urge anyone receiving texts that appear to be from EZ Pass Virginia or a specific toll facility to not click on the link provided.

Instead, drivers should contact customer service at TollRoadsInVirginia.com.

Those who have received the fraudulent texts should report the scammer’s phone number and web link to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at IC3.gov.