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Is This Duke Energy Email a Scam? How to Tell

Duke Energy scams involve threatening calls about immediate service disconnection unless payment is made, often demanding payment via prepaid debit cards or gift cards.

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Common Duke Energy Scam Types

Service disconnection threats
Prepaid debit card payment demands
Overdue bill phishing
Smart meter scams

Example Scam Messages

These are examples of fake messages impersonating Duke Energy. Never click links in unsolicited messages.

Duke Energy: Your electricity will be shut off within 1 hour. Pay $489 immediately by calling 1-888-XXX-XXXX.

Duke Energy: Your account is past due. Avoid disconnection at duke-energy-pay.com

Red Flags to Watch For

  • Calls threatening immediate disconnection
  • Demands for payment via prepaid cards or gift cards
  • Very short deadlines for payment
  • Callers who become aggressive or threatening

Legitimate Duke Energy Contact Info

Visit duke-energy.com or call 1-800-777-9898. Duke Energy will never threaten immediate disconnection without prior written notice.

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