'Aggressive' Scammers Targeting PECO Customers In Eastern Montco

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA —Authorities around eastern Montgomery County are warning residents about an increase in "aggressive" scams targeting PECO customers

Various sophisticated techniques are being employed by scammers to take cash quickly from local residents, police say.

Police say that PECO's recent system upgrades are being manipulated by scammers who have been able to confuse customers into making immediate payments.

"These scammers are contacting PECO customers and falsely claiming their electric or natural gas service will be disconnected unless payment is made immediately," PECO said in a statement, noting that they never demand immediate payments.

Customers are reminded to never give out their account or billing information to an unverified person.

If anything appears suspicious in a phone call, tex, or email, or if there is an unscheduled visit from someone claiming to be from PECO, call PECO directly at 800-494-4000.