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Mesa Police Department Cons, Frauds & Scams
Diversion Burglaries
May 2006 - We are having a string of "diversion burglaries" in the
Mesa area targeting elderly residents. A diversion burglary or distraction crime
is when a person attempts to lure an elderly homeowner outside while an
accomplice enters the home and commits burglary. The criminal will use some kind
of ruse to get the homeowner outside, such as telling them they are with the
City of Mesa and need to check the water, tell the elder they bought the house
next door and needs to see the tree in the backyard that overhangs the property,
or some other reason to get the owner outside. In other cases a female may
approach the home asking for water for her child because their vehicle has
broken down nearby.
The suspects are usually a male and female and often the female is holding a
child. The suspects are taking cash and jewelry.
If someone approaches your home, please do not open the door to him or her.
If they say they are with the City of Mesa, you should ask for identification
and then call their office to verify their identity. Write down as much
information as you can about the person's description, including any vehicle
information and call Mesa Police at (480) 644-2211.
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