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Door-to-door scams are becoming more prevalent

By Dave Gong | July 21, 2011

As the summer months get warmer, door-to-door scams become more frequent, according to a press release from the DeKalb Police Department. According to the release, one type of scam is known as home repair fraud, in which a suspect approaches the victim...