Crime & Safety

Simsbury Fire Department Cautions Residents About Phone Scams

People are calling residents representing they are from the Fire Department.

The following information was posted on the Simsbury Volunteer Fire Department's Facebook page

It has come to our attention that some of you have received phone solicitation for chimney inspections and the caller states that they represent The Simsbury Fire Department. The caller attempts to pressure the homeowner with scare tactics talking about the dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.

Please know that these calls are NOT from the Fire Department.

If you do receive a solicitation call like this please note the number that the call comes from and contact the Simsbury Police Department (860-658-3100). These calls are being investigated by the Simsbury Police Department.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com.