POLICE have warned residents in Middlewich to remain vigilant following a large number of distraction burglaries.
Cheshire Police has said that over the past week, a number of distraction burglaries involving men attempting to sell artwork, have been reported in Middlewich, as well as Knutsford, Cranage and Holmes Chapel.
Investigating Officer Debbie Jerman said: “We are keen to speak to as many people as possible who have spoken to the men involved in these incidents to help enable identify the offenders.
“We would also ask that you check on other vulnerable relatives, neighbours or friends in your community to see if they have recently bought pictures or artwork of any description from door to door sellers.
“We would ask that anyone who has bought any artwork contacts us urgently and keeps the pictures to one side so we can evaluate if they are suitable for any forensic work.”
Anyone with any information in relation to the incidents is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 1018 of 28/09/2015. Alternatively information can be reported to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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