Glastonbury PD Shares Important Reminder, Safety Tips

Shared by the Glastonbury Police Department on Facebook:

"Recently, there have been several armed robberies across the state, many of which have occurred during transactions coordinated through popular exchange sites like Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. The Glastonbury Police Department would like to remind everyone of our designated Safe Exchange parking spots in the North Lot of the Police Department. This area can be used as a meeting point for exchanges involving the transfer of money or goods.

If you feel apprehensive about meeting someone to do an exchange or are just feeling cautious, request that the person you are meeting join you at the Police Department. If they are engaging in illicit or unlawful activities, they will unlikely be willing to meet you, which is a good indication they may be involved in a scam or criminal activity. Similarly, never provide your home address to anyone over the internet and do not meet them in a private location. If you are uncomfortable meeting at the Police Department, always agree to meet in a public place where other people are around and never go alone.

If you have any questions, please contact us at (860) 633-8301. Thank you!"