Scam Alert! Resident Warns of Suspicious Door-to-Door Activity in Conway
A local resident is warning neighbors after a suspicious door-to-door interaction raised red flags in a quiet Conway neighborhood earlier this week.
“I wanted to alert the city of a pretty big scam happening in our area,” wrote M’Lea Nance on Facebook. “A man came to our door saying he was with an energy company. He had no badge, was evasive with questions, and kept trying to get into our house.”
The interaction left the resident unsettled enough to take to Facebook, where dozens of locals began sharing similar stories. Some even posted photos of unmarked vehicles or individuals claiming to be utility reps but lacking official identification.
🚨 What Residents Are Reporting
According to comments on the original post, the scam appears to follow a pattern:
- The individual claims to be from a utility or solar company.
- They insist on seeing a recent electric bill or meter inside the home.
- The person refuses to leave printed materials or a callback number.
- No prior notification is given, and the vehicle is often unmarked.
One commenter noted:
“Same guy came to our house last month. Said he was with Entergy but wouldn’t show a badge. We called the utility company — they had no record of anyone being dispatched.”
🛑 What You Should Do
✅ Do Not Open the Door Fully
Keep a storm door or chain locked while asking for ID.
✅ Ask for Company Credentials
Legitimate utility reps will wear uniforms, carry a visible badge, and usually drive marked vehicles. They will also never pressure you to show a bill or allow access without prior notice.
✅ Report Suspicious Activity
If something feels off, report it to Conway Police Department’s non-emergency line:
📞 (501) 450-6120
You can also file a complaint with the Arkansas Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division:
🔗 https://arkansasag.gov/consumer-protection
📢 Community Watch Strengthens Response
In response to the post, neighbors began organizing through neighborhood apps like Nextdoor and Facebook groups to keep each other informed. Several suggested installing doorbell cameras or joining local neighborhood watch groups.
Some helpful local resources:
✅ Bottom Line: Trust Your Gut
If someone knocks and something feels off — it probably is. Local law enforcement encourages residents to always err on the side of caution, especially with door-to-door interactions.
“We’d rather you call and it turn out to be nothing than ignore something serious,” said one local officer in the comments.
If you’ve had a similar experience or caught something on camera, consider posting in your neighborhood group or contacting local authorities. Staying connected is one of the strongest defenses against community scams.