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Advice regarding rogue traders and door step sellers


ResidentFollowing the alert sent yesterday regarding the single report of a rogue trader in Mickleover, i wanted to ensure that there was a reminder on some advice for if you, or your family and friends, encounter a rogue trader or doorstep seller:

How to prevent doorstep crime:

  • If you are not sure who is at the door, don’t open it.

  • Check the identity of any caller. Confirm who they are by calling the company they work for using number from a bill, directory or from online. Do not call any numbers they give you.

  • Ask a friend, relative or neighbour to come around to check them before you open the door.

  • Tell them to come back at a time when someone will be at home with you.

  • Before opening one door, make sure all other door and windows are locked and closed.

  • Use the door chain every time you answer the door.

  • If the caller is selling something or says that you need work carrying out tell them you are not interested and ask them to leave. Genuine, reputable firms won’t need to drum up business by cold calling.

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    If you have concerns regarding a potential rogue trader incident in your neighbourhood, be alert and report your concerns to police on the details below:

  • Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: use our online contact form

  • Facebook – send us private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page

  • Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact

  • Phone – call us on 101

  • If a crime is in progress, call 999

  • You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website 

     

    Thank you,

     

    Sam 12829


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    Message Sent By
    Sam Coleman
    (Police, PCSO Supervisor, Derby West)

    • Website - we have several crime reporting tools on our website or use our online contact form
    • Phone - call us on 101
    • Derbyshire Alert - reply to this message for non-urgent information you may wish to share
    • In an emergency ALWAYS call 999
    • If you are D/deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech impairment, text us on 07800 002414 or email deafsms@Derbyshire.police.uk for emergencies click here https://999bsl.co.uk to go through to an interpreter.

    You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStopppers website


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