The greater Chadds Ford area — which includes Concord, Chadds Ford, Birmingham, Pennsbury and Pocopson townships — is generally a safe area, one typically without major crimes. Crime does exist, however, as is made evident by the occasional police reports of burglaries and the more frequent reports of DUIs and thefts from unattended vehicles, both in public parking lots and even cars parked in the owner’s own driveway.
However, we at ChaddsFordLive.com are strongly recommending that readers review “State police warn of seasonal scam,” the Pennsylvania State Police press release regarding scams, posted in this week’s issue of CFL.
The press release explains some of the scams that are more frequent in the spring and summer months, though they can happen at any time of the year. It also gives advice on how to protect oneself and one’s family.
In addition, Concord Township has also emailed a notice to its residents to be on the lookout for an additional scam in which a supposed workman approaches a homeowner to say that he’s installing a fence for the next-door neighbor and asks the targeted mark to please come with him to check the property line.
When the unsuspecting homeowners leave their houses, an accomplice enters the house, goes to the bedroom and starts stealing jewelry, cash, credit cards and even small safes left in the closet.
The township notice tells people to be wary. Ask the supposed contractor for the neighbor’s name. If he doesn’t know, call 911.
The notice also says, “Call back into the house saying ‘Honey, I’ll be in the yard with a contractor.’ Even if no one else is home this may cause the thief to reconsider you as a victim. Before you go outside, close and lock the front door, and make sure the garage is closed.”
Please read the state police press release on scams and take the recommended precautions. If you become a victim of a scam or any crime, call the police immediately. Also, call the police if you are suspicious of any strangers in the area. Get license plate numbers of strange vehicles. Lock your doors and use security lights at night.
Stay safe this summer season. Don’t be a victim.
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