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Elderly Residents
Police & Fire
‘Distraction Thefts’ Targeting Older Residents On The Rise In Lehigh Valley, Police Say
Police have issued a warning about “distraction thefts” that have been targeting older residents in grocery store parking lots throughout the Lehigh Valley. Several residents were victimized at the Giant Food Store and Park Plaza Complex in Forks, the township police department said Monday. Distraction thieves target older residents by following them around a store or confronting them outside while at their vehicles, police said. “The suspects use a ruse, for example, telling the victim there is an issue with their tire,” Forks Township police said. “While one suspect distracts the victi…
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? Easton Police Seek ID For Suspects In Attempted Burglary Scam Targeting Elderly
Easton Police are seeking the public’s help identifying two men they say attempted to burglarize an elderly resident by posing as utility workers. Two white men, pictured above, are accused of posing as water inspection workers in an attempt to burglarize an elderly resident on the South Side of Easton around 4 p.m. Saturday, the department said. The men were of average height and one had a larger build, police said. The suspects also did not have a uniform or appropriate identification and were utilizing an unmarked utility truck, according to police. “Residents are warned to request ide…