Crime & Safety

Nutley Officials Warn Residents of Scam

Man reportedly posing as water department employee to get into houses.

In an official notice, Nutley officials warned residents that a man is falsely claiming to be a utilities employee to get into homes.

According to an Wednesday alert, a white or hispanic male is posing as a water department employee in an effort to gain access to homes.

Officials urged anyone with information to contact the Police Department at 973-284-4940. 

Nutley residents are reminded not to allow anyone into their home without verification and that all Nutley Water Department employees carry township photo identification at all times.


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