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We received a report today of a scam involving water bills. The intended victim received a call from a male identifying himself as an employee of the City of Groesbeck water department. He told the intended victim that he was at risk of having his water disconnected if he did not pay the specified amount. He then instructed the intended victim to obtain a pre-paid debit card (Walmart GreenDot card) and then gave him further instructions on how to wire the funds to a New York bank. The intended victim became suspicious and did not follow through with the money transfer.

Please note that the City of Groesbeck does not call customers and request payment through a pre-paid card, Moneygram or other such means. If you receive a call of this nature, please contact the Groesbeck Police Department immediately. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of the call, please contact the water department at 254.729.3293.