WPPD issues warning regarding solicitors

Submitted by Willspoint1 on

The Wills Point Police Department is taking no chances as the calendar inches closer to the Christmas holiday and New Year’s Day, issuing another reminder this week regarding an influx of unlicensed solicitors that have flocked to the area recently.

In a press release, the police department explained: “A marked increase of door-to-door salespersons have been frequenting the residential areas of Wills Point. These salespersons typically try to sell or get you to switch electric services, satellite TV providers, magazine subscriptions etc. The city of Wills Point requires these salespersons to get a permit to be allowed to go door-to-door within the city limits. However, the Police Department is finding that few ever apply for and get the required permit.”

If you are approached by a door-to-door salesperson in the residential areas, ask to see their Wills Point City issued permit (they are required to carry it with them at all times).

If they do not have one or you have any concerns about the salesperson, the police department urges residents to WPPD at 903-873-2588 or 911.

The WPPD added, “Get a description of the individual including any others that they are traveling with or vehicles that they are using and never allow door-to-door salespeople in your house!”