PHONE SCAM IN PROGRESS
Troopers: Beware Of
Callers Threatening
To Cut Off Electricity
State Police at Troop C are warning residents of a phone scam where the caller claims to be with NYSEG and threatens to cut off service.
Troopers have received several calls from businesspeople, who report callers demanding immediately payment using a prepaid debit card, or service will be cut.
The suspected scammers also provide a call-back number with a recorded greeting similar to NYSEG’s.
Never trust anyone who calls you and asks you to make a payment using a prepaid card, the troopers cautioned. If you have any questions about your bill, contact NYSEG directly.