Houston and San Diego Warn of Parking Scam

Both Houston and San Diego are experiencing phishing scams involving fake parking citation messages sent via SMS. In Houston, scammers are posing as parking officials demanding payment for unpaid tickets, while San Diego residents have reported receiving fraudulent text messages instructing them to pay fake parking invoices online. Officials from both cities have confirmed that they do not send such messages and have warned residents not to click on any links or provide payment information. Houston's ParkHouston and San Diego's cybersecurity teams are working to address these scams, with the latter coordinating with local authorities to dismantle the fraudulent websites. Public warnings emphasize verifying ticket status through official city websites and encourage vigilance against such scams. The rise in phishing scams mirrors a broader trend of increasing cybersecurity threats, requiring constant public awareness.