Fake Builders Rob Elderly Couple in North London Scam
Two elderly victims were targeted on Wednesday, 9 September, by crooks posing as building workers. The thieves tricked their way into the home before making off with valuable items.
Police Hunt Suspects Linked to North London and Hertfordshire
- Offenders may have connections to north London and Hertfordshire.
- One suspect was seen wearing an arm brace on their left arm.
Police urge the public not to confront the suspects if spotted. Instead, call 101 and quote reference 7483/13SEP20.
Detective Slams ‘Horrible Crime’ Exploiting Elderly Trust
“This was a particularly horrible crime where the people responsible took advantage of the vulnerability and trust of the victims in order to steal from them. We want to secure justice for the victims in this case and prevent those responsible from committing similar crimes in the future.”
— Detective Constable Annie Minter
