The Columbus Police Department is urging you to be on guard against a potential scam. Lt. Matt Harris, department spokesman, says that CPD received a complaint of a suspicious person going door-to-door selling alarm systems in several neighborhoods in the northern part of the city.

Harris says the worker claimed to be selling the systems for Vault Security and advised the homeowner that he had registered with the police department. While there is a company called Vault Security located in Texas, CPD says they have no record of anyone registering to solicit.

Due to the large number of ongoing scams, Columbus Police ask that you please report any suspicious activity. You are also reminded to not give out personal information or let strangers into your home. Harris adds that all solicitors must register with the police department in advance and are issued identification paperwork showing they are registered.