Bensalem Township warns residents of phishing emails mimicking local officials
Bensalem Township officials are sounding the alarm regarding a new wave of email scams targeting local residents and businesses. If you recently received an urgent email claiming to be from the Township—especially one asking for payment—think twice before you click. These malicious emails are designed to look official but are actually attempts to deceive you into handing over sensitive information or downloading harmful software.
The Details
According to the alert issued by the Township, these fraudulent emails often include links or attachments that appear to be invoices. Scammers typically use language urging the recipient to take “immediate action” to create a sense of panic.
To help residents separate fact from fiction, officials clarified exactly how to identify legitimate correspondence. While the Building & Planning Department does communicate via email, every official email from the Township will always come from an address ending in @bensalempa.gov.
If you receive a suspicious message, do not click any links or open attachments. Instead, officials urge you to verify the sender’s address carefully. If you are unsure whether an email is real, you should call the Township directly at (215) 633-3600 to confirm before deleting the message.
Why It Matters to Bensalem
This isn’t just about spam; it’s about security. Local business owners handling permits or homeowners waiting on planning approvals are particularly vulnerable because they expect emails from the Township. Falling for this scam could lead to financial theft via fake invoices or compromise your personal data through malware. By taking a moment to check the email extension (@bensalempa.gov), you protect not just your own bank account, but the digital safety of the community.
Source Information in this report was sourced from an official public warning issued by Bensalem Township.
