Crime & Safety

Police Warning of Scam Targeting Businesses

Police advising not to provide callers with any information.

North Reading Police have received several reports from local businesses that they have received a phone call from 978 219-3581, with the suspect identifying themselves as the Reading Municipal Light Department.

The caller demands payment by Visa within the hour.

Police warn that this is a scam. and not to provide the caller with any information.

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