A major utility company has issued a scam warning.
AES Ohio says thieves are trying to get money from the most vulnerable, including senior citizens and low-income communities, according to an AES Ohio spokesperson.
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They call saying customers have been overbilled and are entitled to a refund.
“One of the most common types of utility scams involves customers receiving unsolicited calls, texts, emails, and in-person visits by an individual claiming to represent the utility,” said Mary Ann Kabel, AES Ohio spokesperson. “Scammers can be convincing and often target those who are most vulnerable.”…