Fake BGE Service Visits

[lauren]

I just wanted to make everyone aware of an issue we've been having in Camden Crossing lately. A woman and her two kids have been making house calls during the day. She claims to be from BGE or our security company and says she has a question about our bills or some incentive to lower the bills. She's been asking to see a copy of the bill. Luckily, I believe most people have realized this is a scam right away and turned her away without following her requests, but I just wanted you all to be aware. I think if anyone comes in contact with this woman or any other scam service-provider, a police report should be filed immediately with a full description of her and what she is claiming.

[Carol Ott]

Another scam to watch for -- there was a guy going to all of the businesses in the 700 Block of Washington Boulevard yesterday showing everyone a photo of a small boy. He claimed that the boy was the victim of a hit and run accident and died Saturday, and the family needed money for the funeral.

After I recovered from the shock of someone using a small child to prey on business owners, I tossed him out on his behind. This is a *scam* and you should not give the guy any money if he comes to your door.