Open your door with caution and always compare the meerkat!

In the past few days there have been some incidents to be aware off, in regards to door step traders looking for business.

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During the day of the 26/09 an elderly resident of the Green, Long Itchington was approached by a unknown white male approx 30 years of age, stocky build. He asked if he could cut some of the bushes in her garden and she accepted, the male has then hacked at the bushes and demanded a large quantity of money. The male was confronted by the ladies neighbour and the male has then left in possibly a white van, leaving all the garden rubbish in the garden.

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At approximately 12:15hrs today, 3 white males have approached a property in Warwick Place, Southam and asked the occupant if they would like their grass cutting and weeds killing for the sum of £200. The occupant has agreed and then 3 males have begun working.

When asked about the chemicals they were using the 3 males have got into the vehicle and left promptly leaving the grass half cut.

The males had no equipment with them except a van with the sign writing ' Green leaf Maintenance & Landscapes' & 'Special OAP rates'

The description of the males is as follows:

1) White Male, approx 50yrs old, Slim build, 5ft 8, Dark Blue Cap, Dark Green Tee with Lowther Maintenance & Landscapes on the front and back

2) White Male, approx Mid 20's, 6ft, Medium Build, Tattoos on arms, Crew-cut, Dark Green Tee with Lowther Maintenance & Landscapes on the front and back

3) White Male, approx 18yrs old, Slim Build, Dark Hair, Dark Green Tee with Lowther Maintenance & Landscapes on the front and back

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White male, approx 30-40 years old, workman type clothes with sleeveless high viz, has been seen in the Merestone Close area of Southam acting suspiciously.

Been looking into properties, then knocked at one occupants house asking to read the gas, when asked what company he was from he couldn't answer the question.

He has then continued to walk up and down the street.

Member of the Public contacted the Station

At approx 13:30hrs today, a young male has approached her door, and asked to test her water.
He claimed to be from Severn Trent and showed an ID card. But was still refused entry, the male has then left.
Priors Hardwick area.

Please be aware of door stop traders, especially if they are offering services for cash in hand. 
Always gather at least 3 quotes from respectable companies who you yourself have researched.

If you have any queries or concerns please contact me.

Kind Regards,

Claire Murray
PCSO 6247

Southam SNT