Police On The Lookout After Darlington Resident Targeted In Driveway Repair Scam

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — The sheriff's office is searching for a suspect who they say scammed a Darlington resident.

According to the Harford County Sheriff's Office, on July 20, "an elderly female was pressured to have her driveway repaired after an unknown male solicitor showed up unexpectedly and offered to fix the cracks." The woman lives along Glen Cove Road, the sheriff's office said.

When the homeowner declined the service, the man became aggressive, the sheriff's office said, and demanded she allow him to make repairs.

"The victim was alone and nervous, and the subject continued to pressure the victim relentlessly. She reluctantly agreed to the cost he proposed; however, after the repairs were completed, he demanded that she pay significantly more than what they had initially agreed," the sheriff's office stated.

"This scam forces victims to overpay under pressure. Legitimate companies may solicit business from you unexpectedly; however, none will demand that you allow them to complete work immediately and demand payment. If this happens to you, please call us."

The sheriff's office asks that anyone who recognizes the suspect depicted in the photo below report it to the Northern Precinct at 410-692-7880. They also ask that residents talk to family and friends who could be potential victims of a high-pressure scam like this one.