Ameren Warns of New Scam

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.