Jupiter police warn of burglars posing as landscapers, HOA construction workers

Article Courtesy of  Channel 5 News WPTV

By Scott Sutton

Published February 12, 2020

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JUPITER — The Jupiter Police Department wants residents to be aware of thieves posing as landscapers or HOA construction workers.
 

Officer said the strangers, a man and woman, are knocking on people's front doors and are carrying walkie-talkies. The thieves attempt to gain access to the homeowner’s backyards.

Jupiter police said while the homeowner is distracted, a second person enters the home through an alternate door and burglarizes the home.

Authorities advise residents to always ask for identification before letting anyone in your home or even your backyard.

Police said if you feel you have been a victim of this type of crime, please contact Detective Kelly Sanders at 561-741-2663.

Distraction Burglary Alert – We want to remind residents to always be cautious of strangers knocking on your front door.

We have had reports of individuals (male and female) described as speaking with a strong northeastern accent posing as landscapers or HOA construction workers and carrying walkie-talkies who are attempting to gain access to homeowner’s backyards. While the homeowner is distracted, a second individual enters the home through an alternate door

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