Las Cruces Police are encouraging residents use caution when dealing with potentially bogus door-to-door solicitors who claim to be seeking work, or selling everything from magazine subscriptions to home security systems.
Some residents have reported that door-to-door solicitors have become argumentative with homeowners who refuse to talk with them. Others have claimed the solicitors are using aggressive techniques and refusing to leave when asked politely.
In the past few years police have received reports of illegitimate door-to-door solicitations for security alarms, cleaning supplies, magazine subscriptions, yard work and re-roofing work – especially in the days and weeks following heavy rains. While some solicitations may be valid business, others may be unlawful and potentially harmful to consumers.
Las Cruces Police are suggesting that residents refrain from providing personal and financial information to door-to-door solicitors or any solicitors who arrive at your doorstep uninvited. Furthermore, residents should always exercise caution when answering the door to anyone.
Just as consumers are warned about providing personal or financial information over the telephone, the same caution should be exercised when dealing with neighborhood solicitors.
Residents who have information on potentially illegitimate door-to-door solicitors are asked to call police at (575) 526-0795. If there appears to be an immediate threat, residents should call 911.
Information from Las Cruces Police