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Published:
May 16, 2008
Burnham-On-Sea
police offer advice on beating bogus callers
 Police
are to hold a special public meeting in
Highbridge next
Wednesday (May 21st) where residents can learn about protecting
themselves from bogus callers.
Burnham
police
will be holding the presentation at 10am in Highbridge's
Morland Hall to
warn residents of the dangers of bogus callers and to provide
practical advice and information about how they should respond
if they receive unsolicited calls.
"While
most house callers are genuine, distraction burglars will call
unannounced to trick their way into people's homes and steal money
or valuables," explained Highbridge PCSO Claire Chambers,
who is one of the event's organisers.
"Older
people can be particularly vulnerable to this type of crime. The
presentation will drive home the message that older people should
always say 'no' to cold callers, always check ID, and report any
suspect callers to the police."
The
event is free and open to all, but due
to limited seating those wishing to attend should call Burnham
Police Station on 01823 363450 to reserve a place.
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