Grosse Pointe Farms warns residents to verify utility IDs

Grosse Pointe Farms authorities are warning residents to verify the identification of utility workers after a robbery. Three men allegedly posed as utility workers and stole from an elderly resident with dementia on March 8, 2025. The incident was reported on March 14 when family members discovered missing items. One suspect distracted the victim while the others searched her bedroom. Authorities are reviewing video footage from the incident. Residents are encouraged to contact local safety officials if they have doubts about a utility worker's ID.