Sheriff's Office warns of possible paving scam

Published: Friday, January 31, 2014 at 2:47 p.m. Last Modified: Friday, January 31, 2014 at 2:47 p.m.

The Henderson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a complaint involving a possible paving scam.

Officers received a report that a victim had signed a contract for partial paving of a driveway. Upon completion of the job, the contractor had paved her entire driveway and was demanding more money than the agreed-upon price, the Sheriff's Office said in a news release.

The name investigators were given, Frank Small, has an extensive record of similar conduct in both Virginia and Tennessee, according to the release. Family members were able to stop payment on the check Mr. Small was given.

Sheriff Charles MacDonald is urging residents to use extreme caution when anyone comes to a home with leftover asphalt and offers a bargain on a new driveway. It should be noted that reputable paving companies do not go door-to-door selling asphalt, and if you experience this situation, please call the Sheriff's Office immediately.

It appears these type paving companies and contractors prey upon the elderly through intimidation, harassment and manipulation, the release says.

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Sheriff's Office warns of possible paving scam