Porch Pirates Target Energy Rebates in Fairfield

0:00Two guys got pinched in Fairfield for a slick scam hitting folks rebate programs on energy-saving thermostats. Cops napped 24-year-old Tian Thomas from Rochester, New York, and 23-year-old Dowoud Gals, Senius from Wyandansh, New York, after. Reports of package grabs from homes. It all kicked off March 4th, around 2pm, on James and Pratch Streets, when someone spotted them snatching deliveries. Officers tracked down their vehicle quick, and pieced together the play, they were using fake names to order the thermostats through a rebate deal, then, swiping them right off doorsteps without permission. Locals are on edge now, and Fairfield PD is urging everyone to stay sharp on suspicious moves in the neighborhood. The bust highlights how these porch pirates target easy rebates, leaving homeowners to deal with a mess of unwanted packages. Both suspects face larceny and conspiracy charges, with Thomas also hit for impersonation and trespass. They walked on promises to appear in court, and records are sealed, hinting at possible diversion deals down the line.

1:04Police are clear, if a box shows up you didn't order, market return to sender, or call the carrier. Don't let scammers gain the system. Stay vigilant out there. From your city, powered by AI, this is Hartford News Today. I'm Corey with the story.