Winter Utility Scam: Be Wary of Threats

Winter Scam Alert: Utility Companies Warn of Aggressive Phone Scams - Scammers are targeting customers with threats of immediate service shutdowns, often impersonating local utility providers. Huntsville Utilities in Alabama and WPS customers are among those affected. Scammers may ask for bank or account information. The average loss is $463, but some victims have lost over $10,000. Utility companies rarely demand immediate payment over the phone or ask for unusual payment methods. If you receive such a call, hang up and verify with your utility companys official phone number. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.