Police warn of a scam in the area

Tuesday, June 10, 2014 10:56 PM EDT

By JUSTIN MUSZYNSKI STAFF WRITER

BRISTOL Police are warning residents about a scam they said is going around the area right now.

A paving company out of New Britain, going under the name of Hot Top Paving, has been going door-to-door soliciting driveway paving jobs from residents, police said.

According to The Department of Consumer Protection, this company has lost its license to do business in the state.

Authorities said the business owner is operating an older model Chevrolet pick-up truck with HOT TOP PAVING on the side printed in black and yellow.

The individuals promise to do work, police said, then take the money and never return.

They are specifically targeting the elderly when canvassing neighborhoods.

If this vehicle is observed, residents are asked to contact the Bristol Police Department at (860) 584-3011.

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Police warn of a scam in the area