Photo radar cameras are supposed to enhance public safety, but it appears they are putting the public at risk of falling prey to fraudsters.
According to the Phoenix Police Department, on March 25, 2026, photo radar cameras across the Valley began issuing citations. Since then, the Phoenix Police Department has received an increasing number of reports about scam texts, phone calls, and emails demanding payment for alleged violations.
The Phoenix Police Department says that in these scams, the sender claims the recipient committed a speeding violation and must pay a fine through a link provided in the message.
The Phoenix Police Department does not contact individuals about camera caught violations by phone, text, or email. Legitimate citations are issued only by mail from the Phoenix Municipal Court.
Anyone who receives one of these messages should report it as spam to their mobile or email provider and avoid clicking on any links, according to the Phoenix Police Department. Individuals who believe they are victims of this scam may file a police report online at Police Online Reporting and Forms | City of Phoenix or call the non‑emergency number at (602) 262‑6151.
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