INDIANA – A renewed text message scam targeting taxpayers, requesting confirmation of bank account information for tax refund deposits, is currently circulating.

The Department of Revenue (DOR) is issuing a strict warning, clarifying that DOR will never send a text message asking for any payment information.

What to Do If You Receive a Suspicious Text

If you receive a text message claiming to be from the DOR, the department strongly advises the public to take the following precautions:

Do not click any links or respond to suspicious texts.

Do not share personal or financial information , including banking information, driver’s license number, Social Security number, or credit card details.

Do not reply to the message.

Contact DOR at 317-232-2240, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to

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