Fraudulent Payment Emails Target New Braunfels La Vergne Residents

Both the City of New Braunfels and the City of La Vergne have issued warnings about fraudulent email scams targeting residents and businesses. These scams involve emails falsely claiming to be from city departments, requesting payments for planning and development fees or other services, often including counterfeit invoices or misleading links. Officials emphasize that legitimate payment requests are never made via unsolicited emails and all official fees are invoiced through secure online systems or verified channels, with genuine city email addresses ending in their respective official domains. Residents are urged to avoid clicking on links, opening attachments, or responding to suspicious emails, and to verify any payment requests by contacting city offices directly. Authorities remind the public that legitimate government or business entities will never ask for payments through unconventional methods like gift cards or temporary credit cards. These warnings highlight the importance of vigilance to protect against sophisticated phishing attempts and financial fraud.