ST. LOUIS, Mo. (WJPF) — Ameren is alerting its customers to a new scam targeting seniors citizens.

The utility company says customers are contacted primarily on the phone by scammers offering a special discounted rate of $29.99, which is sometimes called a “senior discount.” 

If a customer receives a suspected scam call, they should hang up immediately and call Ameren Illinois at 1-800-755-5000.