From Maplewood Police today:
Over the past few months, many local municipalities have reported “Water
Company” scams. In most of the cases elderly residents have been
targeted. In most cases residents are approached by a male that reports
that they work for the water company and that they need to check the
water pressure or color of the water in the home. Usually, this
individual is on their cell phone the entire time they are with the
resident. They escort the victim around their home turning on facets
and distracting them. While this is taking place, other individuals
enter the home and steal cash and other valuables without the home owner
noticing. In most cases, a vehicle is not observed and the individual
leaves suddenly claiming they are going to a neighbor’s house or making
some other excuse. Usually, the home owner notices open drawers and
missing items following the departure of the male.
If someone comes to your home reporting they are from the water
company(or other utility) and need to come into your home, do not let
them in and contact the police immediately. Attempt to provide as much
of a description of the individual, direction they leave and any
possible vehicles they may come or leave in when calling.
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