Cabarrus County residents are being warned about a scam impersonating Duke Energy. Officials say fraudulent messages claim a scheduled power outage and try to make people believe they are from the utility company. Cabarrus County residents are being warned about a scam impersonating Duke Energy. Officials say fraudulent messages claim a scheduled power outage and try to make people believe they are from the utility company.
The Cabarrus County Government's Post warns residents not to click links or download attachments from suspicious messages. Scammers often try to steal personal information. If you receive a questionable message about your utility service, contact Duke Energy directly to verify your account.
Duke Energy has confirmed that it did not send these messages. Customers should avoid clicking links or downloading attachments from unknown sources, the company advised. Official updates about grid conditions or power outages will only come through verified Duke Energy channels.
The digital world is full of scams, so stay vigilant with your personal information. If you’re unsure about any message regarding utility outages, contact the source directly. Duke Energy’s official channels provide the most reliable updates.
