Merseyside Police issue a warning of bogus tradesman in Southport

Incidents of bogus tradesmen targeting elderly residents on Morley Road and Garstang Road in Southport have reported to Merseyside Police recently.

Crime Prevention Tips

It is always easy to say after an event “If only I had reacted in a different way”. Here are a few ideas that we should all try when dealing with strangers who visit our property supposedly on official business.

• Always check a caller’s ID.
• Does the ID look genuine?
• Do not leave a stranger who calls alone in your house, stay with them until they have completed their task and then escort them from your premises
• Are you expecting a visit from the company they supposedly work for?
• Should you ring the company to check? Using your details of the company not theirs.
• Would it be advisable to ask them to make another appointment to visit you?
• If you have a service agreement the company should warn you in advance if a representative is calling.
• If in doubt keep them out.