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Rochester utilities warn of scam calls threatening disconnection and demanding gift cards; officials say they never threaten over the phone or accept unusual payments.
Rochester Public Utilities has alerted residents about a surge in scam calls impersonating the agency.
Officials warn callers are threatening service disconnection unless immediate payment is made, often demanding payment via gift cards or wire transfer.
The utility emphasizes it will never threaten disconnection over the phone or demand unconventional payment methods.
Residents are advised to hang up, report suspicious calls to the FCC, and verify any concerns through official channels.
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