Rockdale County warns residents to beware of impersonators offering to conduct free water samples

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA– Rockdale County Water Resources (RWR) is advising residents to beware of individuals impersonating county employees attempting to enter homes to conduct free water samples, after reports of incidents occurring in neighboring Gwinnett County.

Reports say the suspect was offering to collect free lead and copper samples to gain access into customers’ homes. Most attempts have been targeted toward Spanish-speaking families living in the Norcross area.

While no reports have been made in Rockdale County, RWR is asking its customers to be vigilant, to protect themselves and their families from this threat.

• If anyone claiming to be a Rockdale County employee asks to take water samples inside your home, do not let them in.
• Call 911, if you feel unsafe.

For questions or concerns, contact RWR at 770-278-7500.