Officials Warn Of E-ZPass Email Scam

By David Spunt

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The FBI is investigating after fraudulent emails have hit inboxes, asking E-Z Pass customers for banking information. The emails ask customers for alleged unpaid tolls.

"That's scary. There are a lot of scams going on that are really sharp to the naked eye," driver Rod Lupo told Eyewitness News.

E-Z Pass is currently available in 15 states, including Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. AAA is warning customers about the email.

"E-Z Pass never asks for personal banking information," Jim Lardear with AAA Mid-Atlantic told Eyewitness News.

Lardear says fake emails are often spelled wrong and have fake web addresses. If you have any concerns, call E-Z Pass directly. You can also file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission by visiting https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/#crnt&panel1-1