On Monday, 1 September at approximately 19:30hrs a man claiming to be a police officer called at the address of an elderly couple in Sussex Way, Cockfosters. He claimed that he wanted to talk to them about crime prevention.
He said that he needed to search the residence. During this search jewellery and cash were taken.
The suspect is described as being a white male, 6ft tall, aged 25-30, smartly dressed in a dark suit.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Ryan Clark of Enfield Police said: “I am keen to identify this man and urge anyone with information to contact me without delay.”
Anyone with information should call Detective Constable Ryan Clark of Enfield CID by dialling 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting reference number 5219143/14.
Bogus callers succeed because they put a huge amount of effort into their stories. If anyone calls at your home that you are not expecting please always keep the following in mind:
- Take your time before you allow a stranger into your property. Don’t be rushed into letting them in.
Always ask callers for proof of identity and take their ID from them and check it thoroughly. Don’t let them flash it quickly and put it away.
- If you are still unsure ask them to come back at a time when a friend of family member can be with you. A genuine caller will not mind this at all.
- If they are persistent close the door and dial 999.
