HOUSTON – Every so often, you read headlines of crimes committed by individuals taking advantage of other people’s trust by posing as police officers.
There are ways to check and make sure the person you are interacting with is indeed a member of law enforcement.
At your home
One of the first things to remember is that if an officer responds to your home, they will knock and announce their presence and that they are law enforcement before you even come to the door. If this does not happen, this could be a potential warning sign.
Before you open the door, use your home’s camera system or the peephole on the door to communicate with them. Ask the officer why they are at your home, they should have no problem explaining the reason for their visit…