SCAM WARNING PSC Warns About Scam Using President Obama's Name
Reported by: Martin Hicks
Web Producer: Mamie Buoy
Reported: May. 17, 2012 5:10 PM EDT
Updated: May. 17, 2012 5:16 PM EDT
Eyewitness News Photo
Charleston
, Kanawha County
, West Virginia
We have a scam to tell you about that's using the President's name!
The Public Service Commission says scammers are claiming President Barack Obama is helping to pay for utility bills.
The scammers are using everything from text alerts to going door-to-door. They are also asking for personal information including your social security number, and even your bank routing number.
The PSC warns to never give out personal information.
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Martin Hicks
