Cons, Frauds and Scams
Distraction Crimes
Seniors have been the target for distraction crimes in the
Mesa area. Subjects are posing as City of Mesa workers and
approaching seniors in their home. The way the crime works is
that one of the subjects draws the senior outside to discuss
their water meter, the alleyway, or some other issue. While the
senior is outside, another subject enters the senior's home to
commit a burglary. You can help prevent this crime in the
following ways:
- Always ask for identification when someone approaches
you at home. If you're in doubt, call their office to verify
that they are City employees.
- If you go outside with someone, lock your doors and
windows -- don't give them an easy opportunity to enter your
home.
Mesa Police Department
PO Box 1466
Mesa, AZ 85211
480-644-2030