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2 December 2015

To NCRA Members :

Important information received from St Mary's Police

Recently in the Sidcup area, two white males with Irish accents driving a silver van, have been conning
vulnerable residents out of cash by stating that they undertake a gutter-clearing service and other building
repairs.

An elderly resident agreed to have her gutter cleared for £40 but, after they both confused and scared the
lady, she paid them £485.
The males use false business cards for

PROLINE HOME IMPROVEMENTS

This company is genuine but the males DO NOT work for them.

If these males do come to your attention can you please call police immediately with, ideally, the registration
of the vehicle.
Please tell all your family, friends and neighbours about these males, especially if they are elderly and
potentially vulnerable.

Crime Prevention Advice

Recently we had 'Black Friday' which for those are not aware is a day when most retailers offer discounts on
their products. It is considered by some to be the start of the shopping season. If you do purchase any
large items please remember that any packing/packaging that is left outside your property can be
considered a sign that you have some new items in your house.

Please do not leave any items on display that could be seen through your windows. This also applies to
your car as well.

Please make sure that all your property is secure, we do suggest that a light that comes on as you
approach the front door is a good deterrent. Also, an old fashioned steering-wheel lock is a good visual
deterrent as well as your car alarm.
Please remember, if your neighbour works and the house is empty, to put away your neighbours rubbish
bins after refuse collection as this can also be a sign that the property is empty.

If you require any further information or some other crime prevention advice please contact :

Steve Graves 7328RY
St Mary's Safer Neighbourhood Team
Tel 02087212816
BexleyStMarys.snt@met.police.uk

Contact : committee@northcrayresidents.org.uk Website : http://www.northcrayresidents.org.uk

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