SCAM ALERT: Callers claiming to be from Appalachian Power using scare tactics to get cash Timothy Martin June 6, 2013 1 min read A new phone scam targeting Appalachian Power customers is making the rounds across Virginia. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more. Click here for more information. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Truck that killed worker on 81 also hit victim’s company truckNext: From a fight for life to Frosted Flakes boxes: Cave Spring student’s photo and story Related Stories 1 min read Report of active shooter on UVA campus not supported after sweep by police Gene Marrano November 3, 2025 1 min read AG Jason Miyares responds to Cardinal News report on Commonwealth’s early release policy Clark Palmer November 3, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor questions longevity of Virginia’s emergency food assistance amid federal shutdown Web Staff November 3, 2025