Utility scam targets Idaho Falls religious groups

Idaho Falls Power customers are the latest target of a familiar scam.

Customers are getting calls from a company claiming to represent the utility. They claim customers have overdue power bills and demand that the customers call a number to pay their bill or their power will be turned off.

At this time, Idaho Falls Power said the calls appear to be targeting religious organizations. Several faith-based organizations have reported receiving the threats. Customers are encouraged not to provide any personal or financial information over the telephone or enter into further contact or communication with the callers or their so-called “hotlines”.

Customers who have any questions about their power bills or the status of their accounts with the city or Idaho Falls Power may call the City of Idaho Falls Credit Office at 208-612-8144. They may also report the fraudulent activity to the Idaho Falls Police Department at 208-529-1200.