Roof crook cons man in his 80s

Police officers in Perth are appealing for information after an elderly resident was robbed by a bogus workman.

A gentleman in his 80s was tricked into handing over £150 to a man who claimed that the roof of the property required some repairs, then left without any work being done.

The property is a council property and this was pointed out by the householder, however the conman was able to convince the victim that the council would do not do this type of work.

Also, having managed to gain entry to the complainer’s home, the suspect also stole a small money tin which the complainer had in his living room.

The incident took place at an address in Tweedsmuir Road in Perth on Thursday, April 29.

A Tayside Police spokesperson said: “Officers would like to trace a man described as white, in his mid-30s, about five foot and five inches and stocky build, who wore a black jacket with grey flashes on the upper arms, black dress trousers and black shoes. He spoke with a local accent.

“Bogus workmen and scammers of this type can be very convincing, particularly to elderly or vulnerable residents.

“CCTV enquiries have shown the suspect did not appear to attend any other doors in the immediate vicinity, however we would like to hear from anyone who may have had this person turn up uninvited.If you have any information that could assist our investigation please call 101 or speak to any police officer.

“Also information can be given anonymously through CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111. Our reference is incident 3195 of April 29.”

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