Scammers target hydro customers in Oakville

Oakville Hydro has recently released a public warning concerning an active scam where fraudsters are impersonating company personnel. 

Today (August 2) Oakville Hydro posted on X (formerly Twitter) urging Oakville residents to be cautious when receiving phone calls from the utilities provider. 

The post indicated that “fraudulent callers are demanding immediate payment to avoid disconnection.” 

SCAM ALERT: Beware of an active scam where fraudulent callers are demanding immediate payment to avoid disconnection. Verify any suspicious calls by contacting us at 905-825-9400. Your security is our priority.

— OakvilleHydro (@Oakvillehydro) August 2, 2024

Representatives for the organization are telling residents that, in the event of a suspicious phone call, they contact Oakville Hydro directly, to confirm the validity of any claims made on behalf of would-be scammers. 

For more information on potential fraudulent activity, visit Oakville Hydro’s official website.