Scam

The U.S. attorney says as an example of this situation is the guilty plea recently by 64-year-old Danny Vaughn of Centralia.

Ameren Illinois is warning about scam artists targeting small businesses and demanding immediate payment.

The caller poses as an officer calling about backpay.

There are many types of scams.

The Marion Police Department wants to make the public aware of scams requesting money via phone and email.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the City of Carbondale Police Department or CrimeStoppers at 618-549-COPS.