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Scammers are getting more crafty in their efforts to part honest people from their money as evidenced by a couple scams being reported in the region.

Scammers impersonate utility customer service representative urging people to buy gift cards to pay what they claim is a delinquent bill.

Pennsylvania and New York State Police are warning residents to be aware of scammers trying to convince them to give up personal information over the phone

The New York State Police is reminding people to be wary if someone calls and asks for payment in the form of gift cards.

The Broome County Sheriff’s office has been getting complaints about scammers claiming to be from the FBI, IRS or a law enforcement agency.

New York State Police and Cortland County Sheriffs are both reporting residents getting calls from criminals claiming to be a family member in trouble.