> APPEAL FOR FRAUD VICTIMS TO CONTACT POLICE ON THE ISLAND
Police are appealing for possible victims of fraud on the Isle of Wight to come forward.
Officers from the island’s Targeted Patrol Teams (TPT) are investigating several reports of money being obtained from members of the public by deception.
Investigating officer, PC Sam Burrows, said: “A number of Islanders have lost money by paying hundreds of pounds in cash in advance on the promise of discounted electrical goods, which are then never delivered.
“We believe more people could have been affected by similar frauds on the island so far this year. I’m appealing for anyone who thinks they are a victim of this type of deception to contact us.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Ryde Police Station by phoning 101. Mini-Com users can call the police on 01962 875000. Information can be given anonymously by calling the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. From outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, call the police on 0845 045 45 45.
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