scammers

Scam text messages are once again being sent to Texans.

The Odessa Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam targeting the community. Scammers are posing as city officials to trick victims into making payments or sharing personal information. Officials stress that the City of Odessa will never solicit payments over the phone. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately and protect your personal details.

AEP Texas reminds area electricity users that scam artists posing as electric company personnel are continuing to call consumers telling them they are behind on their electric bill and threatening to disconnect their electric service unless immediate payment is made...