PD: Beware of Door-to-Door Scam

A group of young men are going door-to-door in Windsor, requesting donations in support of the Windsor High School football team. The problem, police say, is that the fundraisers are not legitimate, Windsor Police say.

Police are warning Windsor residents to be aware that the young men, who may be wearing jerseys that say "Windsor" on them, have not been authorized to raise funds by conducting door-to-door fundraisers.

Police encourage residents to immediately call the police department at 860-688-5273 if someone comes to the door soliciting funds for Windsor High football.

Windsor Police are also offering a number of door-to-door solicitation safeguards for residents to use:

1. Any solicitor that is not non-profit must have a town permit which they must be prominently displayed.

2. No one should attempt to solicit cash/checks via door-to-door solicitation.

3. No reputable organization would request "cash only".

4. You have a right to request identification from any solicitor that shows up at your door.

5. If you ever have a question about the legitimacy of an organization and/or solicitor, call the Windsor Police on the routine phone line at (860) 688-5273.