Fake traffic warden scamming elderly motorists

A man pretending to be a parking officer approached the drivers on Whippendell Road

Drivers have been conned out of money by a man pretending to be a traffic warden.

The incidents happened in Watford on 15 and 21 January when the drivers had parked in Whippendell Road.

A man reportedly told the victims they would be fined unless they paid at a parking machine, where they were instructed to announce their Pins and car registrations.

The scammer then stole the victims' bank cards and made several withdrawals.

On one occasion, the scammer insisted his victim try alternative bank cards and say the Pins out loud.

Police want to speak to a woman seen in the area at the time one of the bank cards was used

Police have released a photo of a woman who is believed to have been in the area at the time one of the bank cards was used.

Insp Dan Jones, of Hertfordshire Police, said: "Each incident must have been distressing for the victims and we are working closely with other teams in the constabulary to try to identify the suspect.

"It appears the scammer is targeting elderly drivers, and I would encourage people to please share this message with relatives, neighbours and friends who may visit the area.

"If anyone recognises the woman in the picture, please get in contact."