Local CAB warns of bogus computer viruses - the most common reported scam in Redhill

Citizens Advice Reigate and Banstead is calling for the residents of Redhill to be on their guard against scams after the area was revealed as one of the top scam hotspots in England and Wales. Analysis of 5,000 scams reported to the national Citizens Advice consumer service between January and March 2016 show the areas where people are […]

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A message from Surrey Police - recent burglaries in Redhill

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We have had a number of burglaries in the area in the last couple of weeks: Carlton Road Carlton Green London Road Dennis Close Ladbroke Road We have extra staff working, patrolling and investigating the crimes. Reigate and Banstead Neighbourhood Inspector Angie Austin said: “Being the victim of a burglary can be incredibly distressing and […]

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Surrey Police - neighbourhood alert regarding theft from motor vehicles

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Dear Resident, Your Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) would like to draw your attention to a spate of thefts from motor vehicles, WHERE THE VEHICLES HAVE BEEN LEFT INSECURE. Could we please remind all residents to close and lock all doors and windows and do not leave any valuables in unattended vehicles. Please report any suspicious […]

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Local police appeal for information about sexual assault

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Detectives from East Surrey CID are appealing for information after a woman in her 20s was sexually assaulted in Redhill. The incident occurred between 8.30pm and 8.50pm on Saturday, 12 April when the woman was walking along Park Road in the town. She was approached from behind by a man who indecently touched her over […]

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Police: beware new bank card scam

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Fraudsters want your PIN and bank card IT’S A SCAM See the attached poster from Surrey Police which explains the latest type of fraud: Courier_Fraud_ The best thing to remember, at all times, is not to reveal your PIN over the phone!

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Residents asked to remain vigilant following bank related fraudster scams

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Surrey Police is warning residents to remain vigilant following an increasing number of reports of scams involving fraudsters obtaining bank details, cards and cash using bogus telephone calls and couriers across the county. On each occasion the victims reported receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be a police officer and attempting to convince them […]

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Cold call alert from Surrey Police - suspect posing as a tree company worker

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Please take note! On Thursday 5th July a male attended an address in Salfords which belongs to an elderly person and told them that they work for a well known local tree care company and stated that their neighbour was complaining about an over grown tree. The suspect asked for £120; the victim handed over […]

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Learn about the “six tricks of pickpockets” and avoid being a victim

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Follow this link to find out how to avoid pickpockets: www.btp.police.uk/pickpockets

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Police warning over fraud against elderly and vulnerable

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Surrey Police is warning residents of an increase in fraud offences committed against elderly and vulnerable people. The scam involves fraudsters obtaining people’s bank cards by using false pretences. The scam works as follows: The victim gets a phone call, or indeed a number of phone calls from, someone claiming to be from their bank. […]

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Surrey Police launches campaign against car crime

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Surrey Police has launched an initiative this week to tackle vehicle crime across the county. Activity will include neighbourhood officers and extra patrol teams focussing on the hot spot areas within Surrey and offenders known to be linked to vehicle crime. The Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) team will also be stopping vehicles which are […]

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