NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Tennessee Highway Patrol is warning Tennesseans about a new traffic ticket text scam being sent throughout the Volunteer State.

The text claims the recipient has an outstanding traffic ticket, and if they don't pay, they will be reported, have their driving privileges revoked, and be sued. The message also includes a link to send the payment.

"It looks very similar to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security website, but it is a false website; it is not a correct website. It is strictly designed to try to trick you away from your money," Lt. Bill Miller with the THP said.

The text has been distributed to multiple Tennesseans, including the CEO and president of the BBB of Middle Tennessee.

“I personally received four in 24 hours," Robyn Hous

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