2nd Round of Scams in Dubuque Today

On Tuesday, April 7^th, 2015, at approximately 2:37 p.m. Dubuque  Police received another report of individuals purporting themselves as Water Department employees in an attempt to gain access to a residence, this time on Nevada Street.  Other attempts have happened on Grandview Avenue, Booth Street, Jeffrey Drive and Wartburg Place.  During 4 of the above 5 incidents, the suspects were successful in stealing property from within the home.  The suspects are described as males with dark complexions, often wearing attire such as a safety vest to give a more official appearance.  Once inside the home, one individual distracts the resident while the other steals property.  The effort to distract could include trying to get the resident into the basement to check water pipes, meter, etc.  Another ploy involves going to a home located next to one that is advertised as “for sale” or “for rent”, and faking interest in said property to get inside the neighboring residence.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Dubuque Police at 563-589-4415 or via the “Submit a Tip” feature on the DPD webpage (be advised “Submit a Tip” is not monitored 24/7 so time-sensitive information should not be provided using this service).  Information that leads to an arrest could result in a reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers: 800-747-0117 or 563-588-0714.  Callers may remain anonymous.