If you have power through IPL, be aware of a current payment scam making the rounds. According to an email sent out, multiple customers have reported being contacted by someone threatening to turn off electricity if payment wasn’t made immediately.

Payment has been requested via pre-paid debit or Bitcoin.

IPL advises people not to pay over the phone or to meet up with someone in person. They also encourage anyone who receives a call like this to contact the police. You can also call IPL to verify your account status,

Check out the IPL website for more details on the scam.