Community Alert !

Residents of the 9th District should be aware of an increase in con games targeting senior citizens as victims. Two offenders pretend to be employees of the Fire Department, Water Department or a cable company in order to gain access to homes of senior citizens. The offenders distract the victim, search the residence, then take money and/or valuables. The two offenders are described as White or Hispanic males in their late 30's - early 50's, 5'6" - 6", 135 - 200 pounds with light complexions, black hair and brown eyes. The offenders have been seen wearing blue jackets, blue hats, khaki pants or blue jeans, and possibly a yellow work vest, and were driving a silver mini van or gray station wagon.

What You Can Do :
Make other residents in your area aware of these incidents, particularly senior citizens who may live alone.
Never let anyone into your home without verifying their identity.
Always ask for photo identification and/or company ID cards from anyone asking for entry into your home.
If you still feel uncomfortable, call the City at 311 or the utility company to verify there is a crew working in your area that needs access to your home.
Always call 911 immediately to report suspicious people or activity in your neighborhood.
Write down vehicle information and a physical description, including a clothing description, for any suspicious people you see in your neighborhood.

If you have any information regarding these incidents, contact 9th District Senior Services Officer Tracy Knightly at (312) 747-3501 and Area One Detective Division at (312) 747 8384

 

Don't Be A Victim

Senior Citizen Safety Tips

    Do NOT allow strangers inside your home, they may not be who they claim to be!
      -If you don't know them, DON'T LET THEM IN!
    Safeguard personal information.
      -Collect your mail regularly and shred documents containing personal information.
    Never give out personal information over the telephone.
    Sign up for the "Do Not Call Registry" (1-888-382-1222)
    Never use a door-to-door salesperson without checking their references.
    Educate yourself on issues in your neighborhood, attend your Beat/CAPS meeting!
    Call police regarding suspicious person(s) or activity!
The 11th Ward office, located at 3659 South Halsted St., Chicago, Illinois 60609 (773) 254-6677 is staffed Monday through Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm to provide city services and assistance to the constituents of the 11th Ward.

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