OHIO — AES Ohio is warning of a new wave of scammers targeting its customers.
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AES Ohio shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, that they have received new reports of scammers targeting their customers.
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The scammers are claiming to represent AES and demand immediate payment through third-party sites.
They may threaten disconnection for past due balances, according to AES.
AES does not require or recommend a specific payment method, and they do not provide barcodes for payment at third-party sites, according to the post.
If you are concerned about your account or balance, you can visit myaccount.aes.com or call customer service at 800-433-8500.
For more information on utility scams, visit this website.
⚠️ AES Ohio has received new reports of scammers targeting our customers. Scammers are claiming to represent AES Ohio, demanding immediate payment through third-party sites, and threatening disconnection for past due balances.
— AES Ohio (@AESOhio) April 4, 2025
For more scam info: https://t.co/skfCMFzQui pic.twitter.com/W2JEw3aKqq
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