Impersonators Prompt Scam Warning In Wallingford

WALLINGFORD, CT — Officials are warning residents of a recent scam in Wallingford that involves people impersonating Water and Sewer Division employees and trying to collect payments at residents' homes.

Officials said that the Wallingford Water and Sewer Divisions will never send employees door-to-door to collect payments or ask residents to make payments directly to someone claiming to represent the divisions.

“All water and sewer payments should be made through the Town’s authorized payment methods,” officials wrote in a news release. “If someone approaches you requesting payment on behalf of the Water Division, do not provide them with money or personal financial information.

“Our Water and Sewer Divisions’ field employees wear uniform clothing and drive vehicles clearly marked with the Water and Sewer Divisions’ logo and Town of Wallingford license plates (WF-##). All our employees have photo identification badges and will gladly display them upon request.

“The Water and Sewer Divisions encourage customers to ask for identification from anyone who comes to their door. The policy is ‘No identification – No Entry.”

If someone comes to your door claiming to be from the “water company” or “sewer utility,” and you don’t have a previously scheduled appointment, officials said don't let them into your home until you call the Water and Sewer Divisions’ Business Office at 203-949-2666 to verify their identity.

Officials said if you have concerns about someone's identity or motives, don’t let them into your home, and contact police.