The City of Summerville is alerting residents to a recent scam targeting utility customers. Reports have surfaced of individuals receiving text messages threatening service disconnection if a bill is not paid immediately. City officials want to make it unequivocally clear: The City of Summerville will NEVER request payment via text message or automated phone calls. These messages are fraudulent and should be ignored. Residents are urged to be vigilant and avoid clicking any links or providing any personal or financial information to unknown sources. If you receive a suspicious text message or automated phone call regarding your Summerville utility bill, do not respond. Instead, please contact Summerville City Hall directly at (706) 859-0900 to verify your account status and report the incident. The City of Summerville is committed to protecting its residents from fraud and encourages everyone to remain cautious and informed.