Police warn of more bogus workmen
Written by admin on January 27, 2012
Police are again appealing to members of the public to be alert to the activities of bogus workmen after an incident in the Leswalt area of Stranraer. Over the last couple of days two men in white van called at a house offering to do tarmac work. Prior to any agreement being made about the price the men returned and carried out the work, and on completion demanded an extortionate fee for the job. Money was eventually paid to the workmen but clearly the work was not to the standard expected. Police again warn the public not to enter into negotiations with cold callers offering to do work. Use local tried and tested tradesmen whom you know.
Anyone with any information on this incident is asked to contact police on 0845 600 5701 or any police officer. Information can also be left with the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or online at Crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court. Crime prevention advice can be found on the police website www.dg.police.uk
