Gardaí Warn Public About Bogus Callers

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beige garda symbolGARDAÍ are warning householders that there are still people claiming to be from the local authorities going around saying  they need to check gas, power or water supplies.

The bogus callers normally target areas where there is a large amount of elderly people living. What happens is the elderly person is preoccupied with one of the callers, while the second person will enter the house and steal their valuables.

Gardaí are requesting homeowners to check their identification and check with the organisation they allege to represent. If in any doubt contact your local Garda Station and a member of An Garda Siochana will check if the caller is genuine.

A genuine caller will have no difficulty having their identification confirmed and will remain until Gardai arrive, but the bogus callers will flee knowing the Gardai are coming.

Neighbours and family friends are asked to be vigilant in this regard and remind the elderly and those living alone of the dangers that these people pose.

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