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.
