(Wisconsin) Officials with the Better Business Bureau say according to recent reports to their Scam Tracker by consumers in various states including Wisconsin scammers are calling and emailing, claiming to be with Spectrum Cable.
The caller states that “you qualify” for a discount on your cable bill or offer to “lower you 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.”
The Bureau cautions against responding to the 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.
