Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative members have reported a recent increase in attempted phone scams by people claiming to represent Bluebonnet. The fraudulent callers tell members their power will be disconnected unless they make a payment over the phone. These calls are not made by or on behalf of Bluebonnet. “The people preying on our members are taking advantage of fears about the coronavirus, the economy and the holiday season,” said Matt Bentke, Bluebonnet’s general manager. “The latest round of scam calls seem to be more aggressive than in the past, demanding immediate payment. The key to stopping these scams is to be ...