FBI, Harris County officials investigate fake toll and ticket calls
Harris County and the FBI investigate fake text messages in Houston area, warning residents of scams demanding toll fee payments and traffic violations.
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Harris County and the FBI investigate fake text messages in Houston area, warning residents of scams demanding toll fee payments and traffic violations.
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