by BECKY GOFF
Little Apple Post
The Riley County Police Department is warning community members of new and continued scams.
RCPD says newer scams include 'work-from-home' scams, along with scammers posing as employees for utility companies, such as Evergy.
According to RCPD, scammers will use many methods and show up in different forms.
RCPD says residents should verify any employer before sending personal information or applying for any job, as scammers are using job ads as ways to steal your information.
Residents have been contacted by individuals claiming to work for utility companies, such as Evergy, saying there's an issue with the bill and phone payment is necessary to keep the power on.
Riley County Police Department says you should never give out your personal or financial information to unknown sources.
RCPD says if someone contacts you to resolve an outstanding payment by using gift cards, it is a scam.
If you receive a call that seems questionable, hang up from the call and immediately contact RCPD on the non-emergent line, 785-537-2112 to verify.