Residents urged to be vigilant as door-to-door DIY scam sweeps through AlverstokeÂ

Officers say doorstep fraudsters are targeting properties in the Alverstoke, Gosport. 

Allegedly, the scammers are knocking on doors offering gardening and DIY work '“ but are actually bogus and attempting to carry out organised crime at properties they attend. 

In a list of advice published by Hampshire Constabulary, residents in the region are encouraged to ask cold callers for ID, use a chain when opening the front door, lock the back door before answering to avoid distraction techniques or arrange an appointment via telephone for a time when friends or family are present. 

If you are a victim of fraud, you can call Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.