Crime & Safety
Police Issue Paving Scam Alert in Middlesex Communities
Police said a typical scam involve workers knocking on your door, saying they have extra asphalt and offering a discount.
Westford police on Friday issued an alert about paving scams, which typically pop up at the start of summer.
A typical scam involves workers knocking on your door and offering a discount because they have “leftover” asphalt. Shortly after starting work, they will present a ridiculously expensive bill.
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In one instance, a company quoted a woman $400 then tried to charge her $61,000.
“Please be sure to do your homework on these companies,” Westford police said in a statement.
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In the last few days, scammers have been reported in Burlington and Billerica, among other communities.
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