Ameren is alerting its customers about a new utility scam that is currently targeting seniors in Missouri and Illinois.
Customers are contacted primarily on the phone by scammers offering a special discounted rate of $29.99, which is sometimes called a senior discount.
The scammers pose as Ameren representatives, often suggesting a special rate in lieu of paying a customer’s full monthly statement amount.
If a customer receives a suspected scam call, they should hang up immediately and call Ameren Missouri 1-800=552-7583.
Ameren is also encouraging family and friends that have seniors in their lives to share the information in an effort to protect them if they do receive a call.