Bogus callers warning after incidents in Holm, Culduthel and Lochardil areas
BOGUS callers targeting the elderly in parts of Inverness have sparked a warning from police.
Officers have received a number of reports of callers operating in the Holm, Culduthel and Lochardil areas of the city this week.
During two of the incidents reported, male callers targeted local addresses, including those with elderly residents, offering to fix broken tiles and treat roofs for moss for "free" before requesting a sum of money. Fortunately, both residents involved asked the callers to leave before contacting the police.
Descriptions have been provided by residents of at least three men; one in his late teens and the others in their 40s and 50s, between 5ft 8in and 6ft, wearing both blue and black clothing.
Superintendent Angus MacPherson said: "It is concerning to hear that suspected bogus callers have been reported to be operating in the local area, with elderly residents being their chosen targets.
"Fortunately, all residents involved have declined their offers of work and have asked the callers to leave before reporting the matter to the Police or Trading Standards.
"While thoroughly investigating all reports of bogus callers received, Police Scotland will continue to work in conjunction with Trading Standards to ensure residents are aware of the conniving techniques used by such callers."
Any suspicious activity should be reported to police on 101, Trading Standards on 01463 228 700, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.
