Fraud Alert: Phishing Emails Using City of Willowick Employee Information

Fraud Alert: Phishing Emails Using City of Willowick Employee Information

The City of Willowick has been made aware that individuals are fraudulently using City employee names and email addresses to send phishing emails to residents, businesses, and others with pending matters before the City.

These emails typically request that the recipient wire large sums of money. These messages are not legitimate. The City of Willowick will never request wire transfers via email.

If you receive an email that appears to come from a City employee but includes any request for money, financial information, or wire transfers:

• Do not respond to the email.
• Do not click on any links or download any attachments.
• Report the email immediately to the City at 440-585-3700

We are actively working with our IT department and law enforcement to address this matter. Please remain vigilant and help us prevent fraud by verifying suspicious communications before taking any action.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter,

Michael J. Vanni

Mayor / Safety Director

City of Willowick

30435 Lakeshore Blvd.

Willowick, Ohio 44095

440-585-3700