RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The Richmond Police Department has warned residents of a scam involving fake court or traffic violation messages. On Monday, March 16, the Richmond Police Department posted on social media that it and the Commonwealth Attorney's Office were aware of fake messages being sent out to residents that appear to be official court or traffic violation notices. According to police, these messages are fake and urged community members not to respond, click links, scan QR codes or share personal or payment information. Traffic violation scam (Photo: Alex Roever/8News) If you are unsure if you have any pending violations against you, contact the Richmond General District Court Clerk's Office at 804-646-6431. Richmond Police said if you have received a message similar to this, report it immediately by calling 804-646-5100. ...read more read less