Trading Standards Update 14/11/2012

14/11/2012 Suspicious Doorstep Caller – Ryton

Warwickshire Trading Standards Service has been alerted to three male doorstep callers acting suspiciously in the Ryton area.

Reports suggest that two individuals have been door knocking whilst a third conceals himself and watches. It is unclear whether or not they are attempting to sell something or if this is an attempted distraction burglary.

Trading Standards advise householders not to buy at the door from unexpected callers. It is best not to open your door at all but if you choose to do so, always put the security chain on and never allow unexpected callers in to your home.

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Simon Cripwell

Trading Standards Officer

Warwickshire Trading Standards Service

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