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Over the weekend police have received reports of possible rogue traders in Stoney Middleton. The male attended the address of their elderly victim claiming that roof work was required and they needed to mend it immediately to prevent further damage. They took £500 from their victim and offered to take them to the bank to get more money. No work was carried out and no apparent damage to the roof. The rogue traders are believed to have targeted their vulnerable victim and have been very assertive in their demands, putting their foot in the door to stop their victim closing it on them.
If anyone else had a similar visit over the weekend and has any further details or been a left a leaflet for the company involved, please quote crime ref 26000522703 and contact us via the following methods;
Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: https://orlo.uk/4V0Pp
Facebook – send us a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
Phone – call us on 101
You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website: https://orlo.uk/51QYR
If you have elderly relatives pass on this advice;
🏠 Protect Yourself from Rogue Traders
You are not rude for saying NO
If someone comes to your door offering work you did not ask for, **you do not have to speak to them**. 🚩 Be extra careful if someone:
* Turns up **without being asked**
* Says repairs are **urgent or dangerous**
* Pressures you to decide **straight away**
* Asks for **cash**, or wants to take you to the bank
* Refuses to leave when you say no ✅ **Trusted traders do not cold call.**
✅ Safe ways to find a reliable trader in Derbyshire Website: https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/community/trusted-trader/trusted-trader.aspx
Covers builders, plumbers, electricians, roofers, gardeners and more
Or call Call Derbyshire: 01629 533190 for help finding a trader if you don’t use the internet
specially suitable for older and vulnerable residents.
Buy With Confidence (Trading Standards Approved)
Traders are vetted for honesty and legality
🚪 If someone is at your door now
* Keep the door closed or on the chain
* Say No thank you
* Do not let them inside
* If they **won’t leave or make you feel unsafe Call 999
Bakewell Safer Neighbourhood Team
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