OKC Utilities issues warning about person posing as city worker

Terré Gables/KFOR
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The Oklahoma City Utilities Department says, it has been made aware that a person impersonating an Oklahoma City Utilities worker is knocking on doors in the Chisholm Crossing neighborhood.

According to OKC Utilities, per reports received, the impersonator is telling people their water is contaminated and needs to be tested.

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At this time, OKC Utilities says there are no reported issues with Oklahoma City water quality and is advised customers to remain aware.

What You Need to Know:

  • To confirm the legitimacy of a Utilities representative, ask for official Utilities identification.

  • All Utilities Department staff carry official Oklahoma City badges with a holographic overlay that includes the City seal and the department name.

  • The majority of Utilities Department work in neighborhoods does not require entry into homes.

  • Entry into a home is most often needed upon a customer request and an appointment will be set.

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