Bluebonnet warns of phone scam targeting members

Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative is warning members about a rise in phone scams in which callers pose as employees and attempt to gain access to private property under the guise of inspecting electric meters. 

According to officials, recent reports describe the callers using a 210-area code who claim they are investigating spikes in electricity usage and need to audit meters. In some cases, callers have attempted to schedule visits to homeowner properties. The scam has been reported in the western portion of Bluebonnet’s service area, including Bastrop, Caldwell and Travis counties. 

Members who receive suspicious calls are encouraged to gather as much information as possible, including caller ID details, and report it to local law enforcement and Bluebonnet member services

Bluebonnet's member services line can be reached at 800-949-4414.

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