Weekend solicitors a reminder about resident rights -- and the importance of calling 911

 
As you know, solicitors aren't new to our neighborhood, and they come and go with the seasons. But we wanted to alert residents about a suspicious couple making door-to-door calls this weekend offering painting estimates (yes, in the middle of winter). The young man and woman did not appear to have any branded apparel, identification or company literature documenting their services. To some residents they appeared to be "casing" the neighborhood. The only information the pair offered was that they were IUPUI students "assigned to this neighborhood by their manager." That may be, but they reportedly called on some Eagle Nest homes with "no soliciting" signs clearly displayed, and simply stepping foot on a resident's property made them trespassers.

Police were called, but unfortunately the couple disappeared before they could be confronted. Two Board members did engage the pair and warned them about residents' concerns and reminded them that "no soliciting" signs are posted at all of our development's entrances. They were driving a dark blue Honda CRV with Indiana license plate PL2068.

We hope they don't return, but in case they or others do please keep the following in mind:

1. If you see anything suspicious, call 911 immediately. It's better to be safe than sorry, police tell our Crime Watch team, and they would rather respond to a false alarm than an after-the-fact crime scene. Your Board agrees.
2. The "no soliciting signs" at our entrances are a warning but they are not legally binding. They simply send a signal that the Eagle Nest Property Owners Association does not endorse soliciting.
3. The only legal protection you have from solicitors is to display a "no soliciting" sign, sticker or placard in clear view of your front door. That way, if a solicitor rings your doorbell, you can press trespassing charges. Call 911 immediately.
4. If a solicitor ignores your request to leave your property or you feel threatened, call 911 and request a patrol car immediately. Let the police determine whether a crime was committed.

As always, our Crime Watch team led by Carolyn Goldenetz welcomes volunteers. To help or offer feedback, email goldenetz@gmail.com

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