Beware of Public Works Impostors

Friday Nov 15th, 2013

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BALTIMORE. MD (November 14, 2013) — Baltimore City Department of Public Works Director, Alfred H. Foxx, today advised citizens to beware of possible Public Works impostors. The impostors pose as city water workers and seek to gain illegal admittance into your home. At least one possible attempt has been reported today in northeast Baltimore County.

Citizens should remember the following:

Department of Public Works (DPW) employees are not authorized to enter your home without your permission.

Our employees wear uniforms and have photo ID. Always ask to see a Baltimore City employee identification card which includes a photograph.  If you doubt the authenticity of either do not let them in and contact DPW for verification.

Baltimore City residents may call 311. In the Baltimore County service area, please call 410-396-5352.

Report any and all suspicious activity to the Police by dialing 911 immediately.

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