0 Scam Alert - Supposed Overdue speeding fine.

• Scams & Privacy
• by Stuart Gunn
• 19-03-2026

 A scam has popped up and advised by another member. We have AI searched it and can confirm it.           You said Is there a scam in new zealand using the address https://police.paynotice.top/govtnz asking people to pay a supposed late fine? Gemini said Yes, this is a scam. The address https://police.paynotice.top/govtnz is a phishing website designed to steal your credit card and personal information.   The New Zealand Police, Waka Kotahi (NZ Transport Agency), and other government departments have issued warnings about this specific type of "smishing" (SMS phishing) scam. How to Tell It’s a Scam The URL (Web Address): Legitimate New Zealand government websites always end in .govt.nz. Any site ending in .top, .link, .com, or .info is fake.   Method of Contact: NZ Police and Waka Kotahi do not send text messages with links to pay fines. Speeding and traffic fines (infringements) are sent via physical mail to the address your vehicle is registered to. +1 Sense of Urgency: The messages often claim you have a "late fine" or an "overdue traffic violation" and must pay immediately to avoid court—this is a classic tactic to make you act without thinking.   International Phone Numbers: These texts often come from random mobile numbers, frequently starting with international codes like +63 (Philippines), +212 (Morocco), or other non-NZ prefixes.   What Should You Do? Do not click the link. If you have already clicked it, do not enter any personal or payment details. Report the text: Forward the scam message for free to 7726. This is a service run by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) to track and block scam numbers. +1 Delete the message: Once reported, delete the text from your phone. If you already entered your details: Credit Card: Contact your bank immediately to freeze your card and report the fraudulent transaction.   Driver Licence: If you provided your licence details, contact Waka Kotahi to cancel your current card and order a replacement to prevent identity theft.   For peace of mind, if you are genuinely worried you might have a fine, you can contact the Police Infringement Bureau or check the official NZ Police website directly by typing the address into your browser yourself.