Residents from nearby Garden Grove have reported being targeted in a scam recently. There are variations to this activity, but it typically involves distracting a resident with the criminal posing as a salesperson, utility worker, or some other convincing excuse. A second criminal then enters the residence while the resident is distracted and grabs any valuables that are found. The City of Los Alamitos has not experienced this recently, but it has occurred in the past. Be aware and don’t hesitate to verify the identity of utility workers or turn away sales persons.
Courtesy ABC 7 – Eyewitness News
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. (KABC) -- Authorities are renewing a warning about a scam targeting elderly residents in Garden Grove. Several people claiming to work for the Water Department are getting into residents' homes and stealing cash and jewelry.
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The Garden Grove Police Department composite sketch can be viewed here.
The City of Los Alamitos is served by the Golden State Water Company (link). If you have questions about their employees’ activities or their requests, either contact Golden State Water at the phone numbers on their website or contact the Los Alamitos Police Department at (562) 594-7232.