Taylorville officials are warning residents about two recent scams targeting citizens in the area, involving the Illinois Tollway and Taylorville Credit Union.

Taylorville Police Chief Dwayne Wheeler says that several residents have reported receiving messages about toll charges from the Illinois Tollway. TPD advises that if you have not traveled north recently or have not passed through tolls, you should ignore these messages and block the sender. For those who may have traveled north for business or leisure and do not use an I-Pass, verify any toll-related claims only through the official Illinois Tollway website, www.illinoistollway.com, or by contacting their customer service directly.

In addition, another scam has been reported targeting Taylorville Community Credit Union members. If you are not a credit union member, officials advise you to disregard any unexpected communication. If you are a member, contacting the bank directly to verify any information received is best.

Chief Wheeler urges residents to remain cautious, as scammers are actively seeking personal information. "These scammers can be challenging to stop, and sharing your information with them can lead to significant issues," he said. Residents who believe they may have shared personal details with these scammers are advised to contact the three major credit bureaus to request a fraud alert on their file.

Residents are reminded to stay vigilant in protecting their information.