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.
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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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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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