PITTSBURGH — West Penn Power issued a warning about a scam targeting its customers.
Scammers pretending to be workers with West Penn Power are calling customers and threatening to shut off their service unless they make a payment using prepaid debit cars or money transfers.
The company said, although representatives may call to remind you about making a payment, they would never demand payment using those methods.
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Utility impostors often require payment using methods like prepaid debit cards or money transfers. We NEVER demand these methods of payment or threaten to shut off your service immediately if you don’t comply. For approved payment options ➡️ https://t.co/GdcpIaUwb3 pic.twitter.com/sMzuZddyfO
— West Penn Power (@W_Penn_Power) June 2, 2021
West Penn Power said if you get a call like this demanding payment, you’re asked to call 1-800-686-0021 to let them know.
You can see a full list of the payment options available on West Penn Power’s website.
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