Community Awareness

We have received reports of a male attending addresses in the Mornington Road area around 7:00PM on Friday 28th November, knocking on doors and claiming to be deaf while raising money for charity. The individual is described as showing a laminated card stating that he is selling drawings, but has not provided any formal identification or confirmation of the charity he claims to represent. 

There has also been reports of a small group operating in the area using similar tactics, potentially targeting vulnerable people. 

We are sharing to information to help keep our community safe.

Our advice:

-Do not open the door if you feel unsure or uncomfortable. 

-Always ask for official identification from anyone claiming to represent a charity or organisation.

-Do not feel pressured to donate on the doorstep, reputable charities will never mind if you decline.

-Look out for vulnerable neighbours.

-Report suspicious behaviour. 

How you can help:

Share this information with family or friends and neighbours.

Encourage others to report similar encounters so we can build a clearer picture of activity in the area.

Your awareness helps us protect the community. If you have any information relating to this issue, please contact us.