Pair of Con Men Out and About in Watertown

Police in a four community area including Watertown are advising residents to be aware of two suspects who are utilizing a ruse to enter the homes of potential victims.

The suspects are described as two white men driving a dark-colored van. 

According to police, one man will call upon the home owner and tell them he is there to cut trees, put up a fence or to check the water pressure. While he is distracting the home owner, the second male will attempt to enter the home and seek items to steal. 

Citizens are reminded that reputable contractors rarely solicit business by walking door-to-door. 

This activity has also occurred in the neighboring towns of Arlington, Waltham and Belmont. In these towns the suspects made inquiries regarding chimney sweeps, fence work and tree work. 

Police are asking residents who come in contact with someone claiming they have unscheduled work at your home, please call the Watertown Police Department at 617-972-6500.