Mercer County authorities warn of fake parking tickets scam

<p>Authorities in Mercer County are warning residents of a scam involving fake parking tickets.</p>

News 12 Staff

May 16, 2018, 11:15 AM

Updated 2,163 days ago

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Authorities in Mercer County are warning residents of a scam involving fake parking tickets.
A driver on Monday found a ticket on their windshield in Hopewell Township, one of several reported in the area.
The notice advises of a delinquent payment of $40.10.
According to the ticket, owners must pay before May 25.
Authorities say the tickets are fraudulent.


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