hello I'm sergeant Pat Leahy with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office in today's day and age door-to-door solicitation is rare however there are times where someone may try to sell something to you at your doorstep here are some things to remember so you will not become a victim of a crime never open your door to a stranger if someone knocks on your door always answer it and let that person to know you are inside the house I wasn't expecting you please leave attempt to get a good physical description of the person or people who are knocking at your door see if they have a vehicle and try to get a description of that as well if you are able to use your cell phone or a camera and get a picture of the person or their vehicle call the sheriff's office immediately do not be an easy target follow these simple safety tips and you will reduce the chances of being the victim of a senseless crime always report suspicious activity to the sheriff's office immediately criminals look for an easy opportunity to commit a crime take control of the situation by removing the opportunity