OTA alerting customers to nation-wide scam

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is warning Oklahomans of a nationwide text scam targeting the state.

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is warning Oklahomans of a nationwide text scam targeting the state.

OTA officials say they are alerting account holders to a nationwide texting scam targeting Oklahomans. The fraudulent text messages feature a link that is NOT associated with the agency.

If you receive a text about your OTA account and are unsure of its validity, contact 1-800-745-3727.