BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Bedford Police are warning the community about phone scams involving solar panels and energy services.

Police say reports of phone scams involving alleged solar panel installations and “energy savings” programs continue to increase in the area.

In recent incidents, callers falsely claim to be working directly with local utility providers, including the Bedford Electric Department, according to police.

An officer spoke with one of the callers Monday, December 9 and quickly confirmed the call was fraudulent, according to police. Police say the individual was unable to provide legitimate information about the company they claimed to represent and offered incorrect details regarding electricity buy-back programs, government incentives, and related laws.

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