Wellington County OPP regularly receives complaints about unsolicited salespeople arriving at local homes.
Police are warning the public to be careful about potential scams.
Consumers must remember:
- • it’s your home. You do not have to let a salesperson inside your home and you have every right to tell anyone to leave your property. If they don’t leave, call the police. An unwanted person in your home can be removed, arrested if necessary and charged under the Trespass to Property Act;
- • you need to ask questions. Who is the company? Do reference checks which could include calling the Better Business Bureau or checking online;
- • take time to think about a purchase. If the salesperson attempts to pressure you, it may be a sign that things are not right; and
- • don’t provide personal information.
It is important to educate family members and friends, especially if they are seniors who can sometimes be vulnerable to high-pressure sales tactics.
If there’s a doubt, call police and the Anti-Fraud Centre for more information at www.opp.ca or www.antifraudcentre.ca.
