Cherry Hill residents warned to watch out for scams
The following information was posted by the Cherry Hill Police Department.
PSE&G is urging customers to be alert to scams this season. Customers should be cautious of callers who demand immediate payment via a pre-paid card, and wary of phony utility workers showing up at their door to “check a problem.”
Phone scammers use scare tactics, such as threatening service termination if they do not receive immediate payment with a pre-paid credit card. PSE&G offers a number of payment options, and would never require a customer to use one specific type of payment.
Door-to-door scammers use trickery, such as showing up at someone’s house dressed like a utility worker and say they need to “check a problem.” Often, after they gain access, they burglarize the home. Residents should always ask for I.D. when someone is at the door.
When in doubt or if suspicious in any way, PSE&G urges customers to call the number listed on their bill (1–800) 436–7734 and report scamming activity to their local police department. You can contact the Cherry Hill Police Department’s non-emergency line at (856) 665–1200.
