Phone Scam

Don’t Fall for Fake Utility Calls: A Simple Guide to Protecting Your Money It’s a stressful scenario many have faced: the phone rings, and an urgent, authoritative voice claims to be from your electric, water, or gas company. They say your payment is overdue, your service will be shut off within the hour, and you must pay immediately to avoid it. Your heart races. But before you reach for your wallet, take a deep breath. There’s a very high chance you’re the target of a utility impersonation scam. ...

That “Urgent” Utility Call Is a Scam: How to Protect Yourself A recorded message warns your power will be cut off in an hour. An aggressive caller demands immediate payment for a past-due bill using a prepaid gift card. These high-pressure tactics are hallmarks of a persistent and damaging scam: criminals impersonating utility companies and regulators. ...