08/16/2022 Attorney General Alert: Consumers and Business Owners Beware, Don't Fall Prey to Utility Scams |
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Attorney General Alert: Consumers and Business Owners Beware, Don't Fall Prey to Utility ScamsLITTLE ROCK - Increasing temperatures lead to increasing utility bills for Arkansas business owners, something scam artists are using to their advantage when targeting individuals and local businesses. While utility companies accept multiple payment methods for the convenience of businesses and consumers, gift cards and crypto-currency, like Bitcoin, are not on the list. Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge is warning Arkansans that scammers are finding ways to prey on Arkansans and directly impacting their budget and hard-earned money. "Arkansans are suffering from a struggling economy, high prices and even higher temperatures, they do not need the worry about additional costs that come from these scams," said Attorney General Leslie Rutledge. "I urge Arkansans to be vigilant against potential scams so they don't lose their cool or their money." How to spot a utility payment scam:
How to ensure your payment gets to the utility company safely and securely:
If you fall victim to one of these phone calls, file a complaint with the Attorney General's office. The Attorney General's office also makes presentations on scams to organizations and groups. To call and schedule a scam prevention presentation, call 501-682-2007 or email speaker@arkansasag.gov. |