Impostors Approaching Residents Claiming to be Arvig Employees in Mahnomen Area

Arvig has discovered people unaffiliated with the company have approached Mahnomen area residents claiming to be Arvig service technicians and requesting access to homes. In at least one instance the person asked if the resident had “Arvig TV” and the people might be asking residents if they can enter their home to “check their boxes.” These contacts were not made by Arvig employees nor any Arvig vendor.

Please be advised Arvig sets service appointments with customers and employees always call prior to arriving at a home.

If you encounter a similar situation, for your safety, please call 911. People are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to authorities.