Police Warn of Electricity Bill Scam

The Brookfield Police Department are warning business owners to beware of a scam involving people who are claiming to be representatives of Eversource who threaten to shut off power if they don’t pay up, according to the News Times.

The scammers say business owners have an outstanding balance and must make a payment immediately via wire transfer, according to the report.

If you feel you have been the victim of this scam, please report it to the Brookfield Police by calling (203) 775-2575.

To file a complaint with the Department of Consumer Protection, click here.

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