Campbell River RCMP warn of ICBC text scam

Campbell River RCMP have issued a warning over an ICBC text scam making the rounds.

In recent days, multiple people in the area have reported that they have received a text from ICBC that tells them that they have unpaid tickets. The texts advise that if the fines remain unpaid that service will be discontinued or licenses suspended.

These texts are completely fraudulent and RCMP says they appear to have originated from an international number that is not affiliated with ICBC.

"These kinds of scams have become more common and many people end up being duped, " advised Cst Maury Tyre. "If in doubt about communications received from a corporate entity, especially by text or email, don't interact with them or give any personal information. The simplest way to determine if it's a scam is to contact the company yourself, without using the link the scammer has provided in the email or text.