BBB Warning: Con Artists posing as Spectrum Cable

Milwaukee, Wis. – Recent reports to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scam Tracker by consumers in various states including Wisconsin indicate that scammers are calling and emailing, claiming to be with Spectrum Cable.
The callers state that “you qualify” for a discount on your cable bill or offer to “lower your cable bill in half” – if you pay up front for one year’s service. Payment is requested in the form of Target Gift Cards. The caller may also ask for personal information.

Some people report that they are told that the discount is a promotion and “only good for today.” Others say that the caller claims that the offer is in partnership with Target Corporation. Caller ID sometimes reportedly shows “Spectrum.”

BBB cautions against responding to this scam and reminds people that Caller ID is easily spoofed. Also, never give out information to anyone over the phone that you do not know.

If you receive such a call, hang up and report it to your local police department.

You can also report scams to BBB Scam Tracker.

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For more information or further inquiries, contact the Wisconsin BBB at www.bbb.org/wisconsin, 414-847-6000 or 1-800-273-1002. Consumers also can find more information about how to protect themselves from scams by following the Wisconsin BBB on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.