Crime & Safety

Norwich Public Utilities Warns Residents to be Wary of Phone Scams

NPU is warning residents to be alert of phone scams asking residents for money.

Information via Norwich Public Utilities

We've been made aware that customers are receiving calls from people claiming to be from Norwich Public Utilities.

Customers are being told their electric service will be shut off unless they call an 800 number to make a payment. NPU's phone number even shows up in caller ID.

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Please note, NPU does not call customers requesting payment in order to avoid service termination. If you receive a call like this, hang up.

Check the Norwich Public Utilities Facebook page for more information.

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