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Telephone Scam
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- Published on Monday, 03 October 2011 12:56
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Police have been contacted by residents who have received a cold call from someone offering a personal loan. Often they will claim to be from the Ministry of Finance, Money Saving Expert or a loan company but in all instances they are not genuine.
The caller will ask for the victim to send them a fee in the form of a Ukash voucher code by email or over the telephone. The company will then contact the victim on further occasions asking for more fees but inevitably the loan never arrives.
Grey Van
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- Published on Thursday, 26 May 2011 09:15
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We've had reports of a grey van cruising slowly around the area and looking suspicious - followed by thefts from outbuildings in Stoke Ash. Keep your eyes peeled and if you see anything suspicious, try and get a number plate and pass it on to the police (01473 613500).
We all know the pattern: the thieves tend to target an area, target vulnerable looking properties and then move on to another area having performed several thefts. Don't let it happen here - stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Robbery - Hopton
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- Published on Wednesday, 28 July 2010 12:50
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Update: Three people have been arrested today, Friday 6th August. A 26 year old male and a 17 year old female, both from the Grays area of Essex, are in custody at Grays Police Station. A 27 year old male from the Bury St Edmunds area is in custody at Bury St Edmunds Police Station. All three will be questioned today.
Police are appealing for information following an armed robbery at Hopton Post Office on Wednesday 28th July.
Officers were called at 11.12am to Thelnetham Road in Hopton where a man had entered the Post Office with a handgun and a knife. He threatened staff and was given an amount of cash before leaving the shop on foot, turning right along Thelnetham Road. No-one was injured.
The man is described as white, in his 20s, between 5 foot 10 inches and 6 feet tall and was wearing dark glasses, a grey fleece, light coloured jeans and a red baseball cap.
Officers are carrying out inquiries in the area, including searches with air support.
Anyone with any information about this incident should contact West Suffolk CID on 01473 613500.
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Please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.
http://www.suffolk.police.uk/News+And+Appeals/Report+Information+To+The+Police/Tell+The+Police.htm
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Bogus Burglar Alarm Sales
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- Published on Wednesday, 09 February 2011 16:07
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Following a number of complaints, Suffolk Trading Standards are warning residents to be vigilant when opening their doors to companies offering burglar alarms for as little as a pound.
A salesperson may cold call by telephone and insist on visiting the same day to discuss the installation of a free or cheap alarm. Companies may also use high-pressure tactics to scaremonger residents.
Based on previous complaints, Trading Standards found that the companies failed to mention hidden fees for the monitoring, upkeep and rapid response facilities. Some residents have found themselves tied into a long contract agreement costing thousands of pounds.
James Garrett, Suffolk Fair Trading Officer said; "We are urging residents, especially elderly or vulnerable people, to be aware of such calls. Our advice is not to buy anything based on a cold call. If you intend to make a major purchase always research the market and get at least three quotes from reputable companies."
If residents do not wish to receive unsolicited sales and marketing telephone calls, they can register for free via the Telephone Preference Service on 0845 070 0707 or www.tpsonline.org.uk.
Distraction Burglaries
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- Published on Thursday, 08 July 2010 11:56
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