SCAM ALERT: KUB warns of scam calls circulating to its customers

Posted: Jul 11, 2020 / 12:31 PM EDT / Updated: Jul 11, 2020 / 12:31 PM EDT

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) – Knoxville Utilities Board reports customers have reported that scammers have called them and threatened to discontinue utility services if money isn’t paid over the phone.

“KUB will never threaten to disconnect your service or ask for payment over the phone.”
KUB

If you or someone you know receives a call from someone posing as KUB and asking for payment, call 865-524-2911 immediately.

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SCAM ALERT: KUB has received several customer reports of scammers calling and threatening to discontinue utility services if money isn't paid over the phone. As a reminder, KUB will never threaten to disconnect your service or ask for payment over the phone. If you or someone you know receives a call from someone posing as KUB and asking for payment, call 865-524-2911 immediately.

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