Xcel Energy warning customers about scammers

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — Xcel Energy and the Sioux Falls Police are warning about scammers. Officer Sam Clemens said they had two reports of scams involving Xcel recently.  The first person lost $800.  The second, took the information and called Xcel Energy to verify, and did not lose any money. Clemens advises people to use their resources.  If you’ve been given a callback number, look up that business online and find a different number to contact the business about the issue. Xcel Energy tells customers they do not charge upfront.  If you’re asked to pay for a service, hang up and contact them at 800-895-4999.