Rogue Trader Alert – Sales of generators, chainsaws and pressure washers from vans
We have received reports of generators, chainsaws and pressure washers being sold from vans from several locations including Diss, Costessey, Swaffham and around Fakenham. Reports have included cold calls at domestic properties and people being approached in the street, in car parks of retail stores and drive through restaurants.
Never purchase items if approached in this manner. There is a high possibility that the items being sold are low quality counterfeits, which could be unsafe to use, or are stolen.
It is possible these sellers could move on to other parts of Norfolk.
Anyone sighting these sellers in Norfolk or concerned about rogue trader activity in their community can contact us through our partners the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 03454 04 05 06 or to Norfolk Constabulary via 101.
Cold Calling Alert – Telephone cold calls requesting payment for your ‘solar panel service’
We have received a report of a telephone cold call which was made to a Norfolk resident regarding a ‘solar panel service’.
During the call the cold caller stated this service was ‘required every five years’ and that they needed bank details for payment.
Always be very wary of any approach made in a telephone cold call and never give or confirm any personal or financial details, agree a service or to someone visiting your home if approached in this manner.