A fraudulent call was made claiming to be from the power company, threatening to turn off my power within 45 minutes, similar to an experience reported by Rick.
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Late last night, several people reported receiving calls from +18003417269 that threatened power shutoffs or claimed huge raffle winnings. These messages typically demand personal details, urgent payments, or a callback to a suspicious number. Never share account numbers, Social Security info, or payment details with an unsolicited caller. Hang up, verify any claim directly with the official company using a known contact method, and consider blocking the number on your phone. Report the call to the FTC or your local consumer protection agency. Staying skeptical and double‑checking can keep you safe from these scam tactics.
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Recent Reports for (800) 341-7269
A call was received from a supposed representative of the power company, claiming to serve a different part of the state, and this number was provided for callback purposes
A caller from this number claimed my business's power would be shut off in 45 minutes due to an unpaid bill, even providing a fake work order number.
A fraudulent claim of winning a Walmart raffle and a Ford F150 was made, with instructions to call a manager to verify