DVSA Scam message

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Posted on behalf of Neighbourhood Matters and West Mercia Police

We have received numerous reports of scam text messages being sent to residents in the Wyre Forest area from the DVSA.

The text messages warns people that they have a ‘parking penalty charge’ and that if they do not pay on time they might:

  • be banned from driving
  • have to pay more
  • be taken to court

The text message reads

“DVSA notice for you: You have a parking penalty charge due on 2024/9/30. If you do not pay your fine on time, Your car may be banned from driving, you might have to pay more, or you could be taken to court. Please enter your license plate in the link after reading the information, Check and pay parking penalty charge. Thank you again for your cooperation. DVSA.”

The initial text message has been followed up with scam reminders.

The DVSA do not issue or deal with parking fines. 

If you have received a message like this, please do not click on the link or enter any personal details which may include details about your vehicle.