BMV SCAM

In June we posted about a scam using the BMV as the sender. This is the post from June 2025.

The below “text messages” has been sent to phones in the area. This is been identified as a SCAM.

Ohio Department of Vehicles(BMV) Final Notice: Enforcement Penalties Begin on June 11.

Our records show that as of today, you still have an outstanding traffic ticket. In accordance with ohio State State Administrative Code 15C-16.003, if you do not complete payment by June 10, 2025, we will take the following actions:

1. Report to the BMV violation database

2. Suspend your vehicle registration starting June 11

3. Suspend driving privileges for 30 days

4. Transfer to a toll booth and charge a 35% service fee

5. You may be prosecuted and your credit score will be affected

Pay Now:

https://ohio.gov-av.wang/dmv

Please pay immediately before enforcement to avoid license suspension and further legal disputes.

(Reply Y and re-open this message to click the link, or copy it to your browser.)

The photo attached is the text message being sent out.