Enniskillen resident loses £68,500 to rogue trader

A 42-year-old man has been arrested following a report of a rogue trader cold-calling to a home and theft in Enniskillen on 18 September.

Police said a man called with the resident, aged in their 60s, and claimed he would carry out cleaning work on the outside of the property in the Cherry Walk area of the town.

The service was paid for, but the resident was not happy with the quality of the work.

On paying for the work, the victim's bank card and details were obtained and over a period of four days, approximately £68,500 was stolen from their account.

Police enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with CCTV or other footage that could assist with the investigation is asked to contact police.

"In the meantime I would urge the public to remain vigilant," Sergeant Curley said.

"If you believe that you may have fallen victim to a similar scam, we would ask that you report it to us on 101. This will help us build a picture of fraudulent activity in the area and means that our neighbourhood patrols can keep an eye out for any suspicious behaviour.

"You should never feel pressured into paying someone for an unsolicited service, or letting anyone into your home, without satisfying yourself that they are legitimate."

'No Cold Calling Zone' stickers, which can be displayed on your front door, are available from local crime prevention officers, police said.

"We would ask that our community have a chat about cold callers with relatives and friends, especially those who may be vulnerable," Sgt Curley said.

"Having this type of conversation could make all the difference."