St Lucie Sheriff: Beware of County Building Inspector Impersonation Scam
St.Lucie County, Fl (treasurecoast.com) -Several residents have contacted St. Lucie County stating that an individual claiming to be a building inspector is knocking on doors asking to check air conditioning units. He knocks on the front door, shows what appears to resemble a “county badge,” and asks for a serial number and access to the rear of their property. This is NOT a county building inspector. If someone knocks on your door in the evening stating they are a county building official or inspector, please call 911 to immediately to report this issue.
From the St.Lucie County Sheriff:
COUNTY BUILDING INSPECTOR IMPERSONATION SCAM
The county has received several complaints of someone impersonating a building inspector and requesting access to residential air conditioning units. STOP! If you’re targeted, do not fall for this scam. Contact law enforcement and report the incident immediately.