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Utility Fraud

Bridgeport, CT
News
Customers Beware: Eversource Warns Of Uptick In Scammers Targeting CT Residents Customers Beware: Eversource Warns Of Uptick In Scammers Targeting CT Residents
Customers Beware: Eversource Warns Of Uptick In Scammers Targeting CT Residents Connecticut’s top energy provider is warning residents to protect themselves against scammers. Eversource says now is the time of year when the company typically sees an uptick in scams seeking to swindle customers out of their money. “Scam artists use sophisticated and intimidating tactics and can be hard to detect,” the company said. “Inform yourself about the tactics used and protect your information.” One of the most common schemes involves phone calls impersonating Eversource employees and demanding immediate payment in order to prevent electric service from being shut off. The compa…

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by Michael Mashburn
Massapequa, NY
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Scammers May Be Going Door To Door Posing As Workers, PSEG Says Scammers May Be Going Door To Door Posing As Workers, PSEG Says
Scammers May Be Going Door To Door Posing As Workers, Pseg Says Fraudsters on Long Island are stepping up their game, becoming more creative in door-to-door scams targeting utility customers, PSEG announced. PSEG Long Island issued an alert this week warning customers that some scammers have begun positing as PSEG workers, knocking on peoples’ doors in an attempt to ascertain cash. According to PSEG, the scammers have been demanding money through prepaid debit cards or bitcoin, threatening to turn off power to residences if the homeowner doesn’t comply. PSEG said that If one wants to verify the person at your door is an actual employee, there's a numbe…

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
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Scam Alert: Eversource Issues Warning To Customers Scam Alert: Eversource Issues Warning To Customers
Scam Alert: Eversource Issues Warning To Customers Eversource Energy is warning its customers of the increased number of scams involving utility services that often come with the holiday season. Scammers have been posing as Eversource employees to obtain money, demand personal information for identity theft or use deceptive tactics to persuade customers to switch energy suppliers, Eversource officials say. “We always want to protect our customers from scams, and that’s why it’s critical we continue to raise awareness and educate the public about all the different tactics these scammers use,” said Eversource Senior Vice President a…

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by Valerie Musson
Massapequa, NY
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PSEG Long Island Customers Targets Of New Phone Scam PSEG Long Island Customers Targets Of New Phone Scam
Pseg Long Island Customers Targets Of New Phone Scam Suffolk County lawmakers are warning customers of PSEG Long Island to be aware of a scam that has been making the rounds in the area. Police said that customers who are up to date on their las have been receiving phone calls from scammers that are spoofed to appear with “PSEG Long Island” on the Called ID, threatening to shut down power unless they pay a sizable fine. Nearly 4,000 scam calls have been reported to PSEG Long Island so far this year, compared with 4,088 scam calls reported in all of 2018, the company said. Recent weeks have seen an increase in the number of people tricked by …

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by Zak Failla
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Central Hudson Warns Residents Of Phone Scam Central Hudson Warns Residents Of Phone Scam
Central Hudson Warns Residents Of Phone Scam With a new year comes new scams, and Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation is warning customers of heightened fraudulent activity. Central Hudson released a new alert about scammers who have been contacting customers with bogus calls threatening to disconnect utility services if payment using a purchased prepaid card is not made immediately. Officials said that scammers’ calls appear to be from Central Hudson, using the utility’s caller ID phone number. “Central Hudson would never request a payment in this way, and warns customers to be vigilant against these scams,” officials note…

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
Police & Fire
Scam Alert: Calls Tell Businesses, Consumers They're Behind On Bills Scam Alert: Calls Tell Businesses, Consumers They're Behind On Bills
Scam Alert: Calls Tell Businesses, Consumers They're Behind On Bills Opportunistic fraudsters have been making the rounds in Fairfield County, posing as utility workers threatening to turn the lights off at local businesses. The Shelton Police Department issued an alert, cautioning that local businesses have recently been targeted by scammers calling and pretending to be from United Illuminating. The businesses are told that they are behind on their electric bills and that the power will be shut off immediately unless a payment is made. “It’s an old swindle with some new twists,” officials from the utility company stated. “Caller ID may show the call is comi…

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by Zak Failla
Poughkeepsie, NY
News
Utility Payment Scam Reports On Rise, Central Hudson Warns Utility Payment Scam Reports On Rise, Central Hudson Warns
Utility Payment Scam Reports On Rise, Central Hudson Warns There has been an uptick in reported attempts at utility scams, according to Central Hudson Gas & Electric. Central Hudson customers have been reporting more scams, prompting officials to release an alert to consumers, complete with tips on how to avoid becoming the latest victim of opportunistic fraudsters. "Our customers are learning to recognize signs of a potential scam, as evidenced by the increase in reported attempts," Charles Freni, Central Hudson President and C.E.O. said in a statement. “However, we encourage all our customers to remain alert for callers who attempt …

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
Lifestyle
Alert Issued For Eversource Bill Payment Scam Alert Issued For Eversource Bill Payment Scam
Alert Issued For Eversource Bill Payment Scam Eversource is cautioning its customers to be aware of a scam that is making the round in the region where opportunistic fraudsters attempt to discern personal information. The utility company has issued an alert warning that it has received several reports of people who are receiving calls from scammers claiming to be employees with Eversource who offer a discount on their bill for paying on time for the last six months. On Twitter, one customer said that she’s received “hundreds of calls and multiple visits.” According to Eversource:  Eversource representatives never ask for instant pay…

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by Zak Failla
Armonk, NY
News
SUEZ Warns Of Scammers Posing As Utility Employees In Westchester SUEZ Warns Of Scammers Posing As Utility Employees In Westchester
Suez Warns Of Scammers Posing As Utility Employees In Westchester Officials from SUEZ Water are warning Hudson Valley residents to be on alert following a series of alleged scams involving customers in the area. SUEZ issued an alert on Monday morning urging customers to check the identification of individuals claiming to be water company employees. The alert comes following reports of individuals posing as utility workers to gain access to area homes. According to SUEZ, employees wear uniforms and I.D. badges with the company name and logo. The badge also shows the employee’s color photograph, name, job title and date the badge was issued. Customers can a…

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by Zak Failla
Mahopac, NY
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Be On Lookout For Scam That Targets Those Who Lost Power Be On Lookout For Scam That Targets Those Who Lost Power
Be On Lookout For Scam That Targets Those Who Lost Power As thousands in the Hudson Valley remain in the dark following the pair of storms that left trees, utility poles and power lines strewn about, the Putnam County Sheriff is reminding area residents to be wary of opportunistic fraudsters posing as NYSEG employees. On Friday afternoon, more than a week after the first Nor'easter struck, 1,443 of NYSEG’s 38,310 customers remained without power, as mutual aid crews continue working around the clock to clean up the downed trees and lines. In response, Putnam County Sheriff Robert Langley, Jr. and District Attorney Robert Tendy issued an alert, wa…

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by Zak Failla