City officials in Sheboygan are warning of a new scam making the rounds in the city.
The City has been made aware that many residents and businesses have been contacted through a phishing scam by individuals impersonating staff within the Planning and Development Department. In these phony emails, scammers are demanding monetary payments.
The City is assuring residents and businesses alike that these emails are indeed a scam and not being sent out by anyone from the Planning and Development Department.
To remain vigilant, the City advises everyone to be suspicious of the demand for money and the urgency with these demands.
If you have never shared an email interaction with the City in the past, verify the email address and avoid clicking on any links contained in the message.
Finally, when in doubt, residents are encouraged to contact the Planning and Development department at 920-459-3379 to verify the status of an application.
Any resident or business that has experienced monetary losses through this scam is urged to report them to the Sheboygan Police Department by calling 920-459-3333.
