Police Warn of Scam Artist Posing as Home Caretaker

Police are warning residents about a scam in the area involving a female impersonating a personal caretaker/homemaker who is dressing the part and getting into people's homes and stealing purses and money.

Police said they are investigating and that so far the woman has been seen in Methuen, Chelmsford, North Andover and Andover. Police suggest to only to let people in your home who have a badge of their respective agency.

Call the Andover Police Department at 978-475-0411 if you see anything or have any questions.