Bogus workmen targeted city home

Police issue new alert

Bogus workmen pretended that thousands of pounds worth of roof repairs were needed at a Perth home.

Two men cold-called the house in Oakbank and made the bogus claim regarding the work.

A third man then joined them and a substantial amount of money for the repairs was given to him.

The three left the property without carrying out any work and did not return.

Police issued an alert in the wake of the incident, which happened around 2pm on Thursday, November 17.

One of the men is 25 to 35 years old, about 5 feet 8 inches tall, with ginger or brown facial hair. He was wearing a brown beanie hat, a brown jacket and dark jeans.

The second man is between 30 and 35 years old, about 5 feet 10 inches tall. He was wearing a black jersey, black trousers and trainers.

The third man was wearing black clothing and a grey baseball cap.

A police spokesperson said: “Bogus workmen take advantage of the trust and goodwill of householders and no knowledge of. Do not hand over cash to cold callers who offer to carry out work. If you are told repairs are needed seek a second opinion from a reputable company.

“If someone calls claiming to be a workman of any description demand to see their identification.

“Make them wait outside and contact the company

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invariably target older or more vulnerable members of our communities.

“Criminals of this type often operate in small teams of two or three.

“Be suspicious of anyone cold calling at your door, offering to do work or to fix a problem you have

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or organisation they claim to be with for verification. If your suspicions are not satisfied do not let that caller in. Shut the door and call the police.

Police asked anyone with information about the Oakbank incident to contact them on 101.