BALTIMORE. MD (July 11, 2014) — Baltimore City Department of Public Works Director, Rudolph S. Chow, P.E., today advised citizens to beware of possible Public Works impostors. The impostors pose as city water workers and seek to gain illegal admittance into your property.

Last night about 8:30 two people entered a downtown fast food establishment and told the manager they were from the City and needed to check the sump pump. They may have been wearing uniform-like clothing.

Additionally they told the manager that the water in the bathrooms was running, apparently causing the sump pumps to run. The manager asked them for ID which they did not have, and they left the business.

Citizens should remember the following:

Department of Public Works (DPW) employees are not authorized to enter your home or private sections of your business without your permission.

Our employees wear uniforms and have photo ID. Always ask to see a Baltimore City employee identification card which includes a photograph.  If you doubt the authenticity of either do not let them in and contact DPW for verification.

Baltimore City residents may call 311. In the Baltimore County service area, please call 410-396-5352.

Report any and all suspicious activity to the Police by dialing 911 immediately.