It’s odd how quickly the script shifts from a legitimate‑sounding utility warning to a pressure‑filled payment demand. Callers like this exploit familiar brand names—Southern California Edison in this case—to create urgency and fear. They often claim overdue balances far exceeding the actual bill, then push an alternative payment method that bypasses official channels. If you receive such a call, hang up immediately, verify any claim directly on the company's official website or by calling a known customer service number, and never share personal or payment information over the phone. Blocking the number and reporting it to your carrier can also help curb future attempts.
Evidently, calls from this number are completly fake, someone claims to be from Southern California Edison, stating my account is 60 days past due, but I checked online and my current bill is only $60, so I hung up and blocked the number