Policing

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Doorstep Crime - Tree cutting services

There have been recent reports that doorstep criminals are active in the East Peckham area - all Kent residents should be on alert.

What happens:

• Residents are cold-called for tree cutting work
• Exorbitant sums of money are demanded
• The criminals drive the resident to the bank to withdraw cash

What to do

• NEVER agree to work being carried out from someone who knocks on your door uninvited
• Don't allow anyone to pressure you into having work done
• If you ask them to leave and they don't, contact the police on 999
• Use reputable traders who are members of the KCC Trading Standards approved trader scheme, run in partnership with Checkatrade
• Get a minimum of 3 quotes in writing
• Warn vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours.
• Report it

Doorstep crime is financial abuse