Glen Ellyn police warn of worker scam

Glen Ellyn police are warning residents about individuals impersonating AT&T employees in an attempt to gain access to homes.

On Aug. 29, men showed up at a home on the 500 block of Country Club Lane, claimed that they were AT&T employees and asked to be allowed inside to check a cable modem.

A similar incident happened about 4:30 p.m. Tuesday on the 700 block of Wingate Road, police said.

In both instances, the men left quickly after being denied access.

Now Glen Ellyn police are advising residents not to open the door unless they're expecting visitors.

"It is absolutely uncommon for a utility employee to come knocking at the door unannounced," Deputy Police Chief Bill Holmer said. "We don't know if it's somebody casing to see if people are home or somebody trying to gain any opportunity to get into a home."

Holmer said legitimate employees should have identification, marked vehicles from the utility company and a proper uniform. He said people should be aware of their surroundings and immediately call police if they see something suspicious.