LINCOLN, Neb. —

The Lincoln Police Department says they've received several messages about DMV scams that have been going around this weekend. This content is imported from Facebook. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

Here's a list of warning signs that LPD says to look out for:

A text from a government agency demanding money

Random phone numbers

Referencing incorrect state statute

Demands that solicit fear

Suspicious URLs

Demanding action to avoid penalties

LPD wants you to remember: "Scammers prey on the fear their messages will evoke and hope that urgency gets you to click."

Here’s what you can do:

Forward the message to the FTC at 7726 (SPAM)

Report to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint C

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