Police are appealing for information after two bogus callers target a pensioner.
Two males have targeted an 84 year old woman, who has yet to be named, in an attempt to make fast, easy cash by claiming to be officers from the “Water Board.”
The suspected bogus callers arrived at the elderly woman’s address in Eldon Street on Sunday, entering her home and “poking a stick at the water mains” before demanding £200 pounds for their services.
The two men, said to be between 25-30, then made off empty handed after the occupant refused to pay. The incident was said to have happened between 12pm-2pm on the Sunday afternoon and police have asked any witnesses to come forward with any information they may have that can assist the investigation.
A description of the fraudsters has also been provided, one of the callers said to be around 5”4 inches tall and the other 5”8. Both are slim, white males with local accents. Police have asked anyone with information on the incident, or may recognise these descriptions to contact them on 03456 043 043.
Chief Inspector Graham Watson has said “We are carrying out extensive enquiries to find who’s responsible for this incident. I would urge people to always air on the side of caution when answering the door to someone they’re not expecting.”
“Anyone claiming to be an official should have I.D. including a photo of the caller and information on the company they work for.”
“This should always be checked by people before allowing them access to their home. Genuine callers will not mind coming back as you check their credentials.”
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