Police in Jersey say they are concerned about "unscrupulous" rogue traders operating in the island.
It's after two men - thought to be from France - turned up on the doorstep of an elderly St Mary resident and persuaded her to buy oriental rugs.
The homeowner and a member of her family were followed to the bank as they withdrew money to pay for them.
The men were driving a small black hire car and claimed to be from St Malo.
One is described as being white, slim, around 40 years old and around 5’9” – 5’10” tall. He was 'smartly dressed', had reddish hair, a short beard and spoke French.
Officers want to hear from anyone who was sold anything or approached by the men:
"It is understood that the men do not have the required licence to carry out such sales, therefore police would like to hear from anyone who has either made a purchase from these men or who has been offered items for sale by them. We would also like to speak with them concerning their rather unscrupulous sales technique." -Police Spokesperson
Anyone with information on the hawkers is asked to call Jersey Police on 01534 612612 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Jersey to get another royal visit
Emergency services to test response to terror attack
Final States meeting for current crop of politicians
Jersey pupils travel to UK finals of F1 STEM racing
Islanders coming from Kent universities to contact Public Health
Town deputy attempts to block sale old Social Security building
Woman arrested following crash in St Helier
Channel Islands Contemporary Art Show opens
Comments
Add a comment