Please beware of fraudsters

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🚨Alert: Suspicious Cold Caller Offering Boiler Grants🚨

A report has been received about a young man with an American-sounding accent going door-to-door claiming to represent the government and offering boiler grants. He wore a lanyard labelled "staff" and presented a card that appeared official❗

He attempted to convince residents to register for a grant using an app on his phone, claiming the funding was limited and urgent. This individual returned after previously speaking to a household member and tried to collect personal information‼️

⚠️ This is believed to be a scam — and could potentially be a distraction burglary or similar fraud.
Even tech-savvy individuals may be caught off guard, especially if they've recently searched online for boiler grants or home improvements.

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✅ How to Stay Safe from Cold Caller Scams
1. Always ask for official identification — and verify it independently.
2. Do not share personal or financial information with unsolicited callers.
3. Avoid using apps or links provided by strangers — use official council or government websites.
4. Be cautious of urgency tactics — scammers often pressure you to act quickly.
5. Report suspicious activity to your local council or police non-emergency line.
6. Display a “No Cold Callers” sign if you prefer not to be approached.
7. Talk to neighbours — sharing information helps protect the whole community.
8. Check for official schemes via https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fleicspolice.link%2FbnGoU&data=05%7C02%7Crichard.dudley%40leics.police.uk%7Cde0303ed0a6c49edc77408ddfdd2d686%7C6b0ff425e5e24239bd8b91ba02b7940a%7C0%7C0%7C638945804196475292%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=mlD2xODNnNRgF2uTR%2BfvvKIbou%2FQxm3FtGpxGkpv7cI%3D&reserved=0 or your local council’s website.
9. Be alert to distraction techniques — scammers may use conversation or confusion to gain access to your home or personal details.

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