Drivers warned of scam texts and emails asking for PCN payments

Published: 10 September 2024

Drivers are being warned not to fall for scam texts and emails which claims to offer options to pay for parking charge notices (PCNs).

PCNs are left on vehicles if drivers have not paid the correct charge for parking, and instructions on how the charge should be paid are contained on the attached documentation.

But there have been recent cases of people receiving text messages or emails asking for payment. These requests are fraudulent and should be ignored.

Exeter City Council does not contact members of the public by text messages or emails with links to payment.

Anyone with a PCN to pay should follow the payment instructions on the reverse of the PCN.