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Texas Drivers
Can Get Free Towing From a Phone Number on the Backs of Their Drivers
Licenses-Fiction!
Summary of eRumor:
The author of this email has
discovered an important phone number on the back of Texas drivers
licenses that can be used for getting help if you face a roadside
emergency...including free towing at taxpayer's expense.
The Truth:
The number is legit, but not for free services.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the toll-free
number 800 525-5555 can be used for reporting accidents, requesting
roadside assistance and is also for reporting drug activities.
Not for free towing, however.
The number is used in similar ways in many other states including
Ohio, Nebraska, Iowa, New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Montana.
A real example of the story as it has
been circulated:
Subject: Driver's License information- important!
Some people may not know this, but please the following
information.
It has had very little publicity. Texas drivers licenses have this
number
in small print on the back just above the bar code.
1-800-525-5555
It is for assistance on the highway. A service truck will be sent
to you.
This is run by the state and paid for with your taxes.
Whip out your drivers licenses and take a look.........
This is a good thing for single girls to know...
PASS THIS AROUND TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS......
THIS WOULD ALSO BE GOOD FOR THE ELDER PEOPLE TO KNOW...
HAVE A GOOD DAY
