Police are warning about a sophisticated scam that has already hit 7 Mass. towns

Scammers posing as town chairpersons are using real town meeting information to trick Massachusetts business owners into sending them money.

The Sturbridge Police Department and others are sending out warnings about the email scam.

“The individuals sending these scam emails are using information that is publicly accessible on the Town’s website, where agendas and permit-related documentation are posted in accordance with state open meeting laws,” the police department wrote on Facebook.

The email is directed at specific businesses and what they’re working on, police said.

“This email is to inform you that the invoice for the Application Review and Approval Fee associated with your solar and battery project at 100 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA is now ready for settlement. Timely payment