Beware of the Bogus Caller...1970s Style
We recently discovered this image in the archives of our Force Museum. It forms part of a series of slides probably used by officers giving talks on home security to residents.
While the image probably dates from the 1970s, the message is still as relevant today.
Bogus callers come in many shapes and sizes. They could be children, women, or men and be dressed in all types of clothing from overalls to suits. Bogus callers come in many shapes and sizes. They could be male or female and be dressed in all types of clothing, from overalls to suits. They often pose as representatives of respected organisations to gain the trust of their victims.
Always check the credentials of any callers at your door.
Visit our web pages on home security for more information about doorstep crime.
From the collection of the Greater Manchester Police Museum and Archives.
For a wider range of information about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Beware of the Bogus Caller...1970s Style
We recently discovered this image in the archives of our Force Museum. It forms part of a series of slides probably used by officers giving talks on home security to residents.
While the image probably dates from the 1970s, the message is still as relevant today.
Bogus callers come in many shapes and sizes. They could be children, women, or men and be dressed in all types of clothing from overalls to suits. Bogus callers come in many shapes and sizes. They could be male or female and be dressed in all types of clothing, from overalls to suits. They often pose as representatives of respected organisations to gain the trust of their victims.
Always check the credentials of any callers at your door.
Visit our web pages on home security for more information about doorstep crime.
From the collection of the Greater Manchester Police Museum and Archives.
For a wider range of information about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.