This morning (19 September) Kendal officers arrested a 26-year-old man who was wanted for a fraud offence committed in Workington.
He is currently being interviewed at Kendal Police Station.
Officers would like to remind members of the public to keep an eye out for elderly neighbours and relatives who are often targeted by rogue traders who cold call and advise that they need repairs to their homes.
Other traders may offer gardening or power washing services and can be very forceful in their manner or charge excessive amounts for the work undertaken.
There are various reputable local companies who can assist with home repairs or gardening and can conduct fully insured works complying with consumer legislation.
Advice on types of scams and how to prevent them can be found here: Advice about personal fraud | Cumbria Police
If you think someone is being taken advantage of you can seek advice from your local council's Trading Standards Team or Citizens Advice.
If you think you’ve uncovered a scam, been targeted by a scam or fallen victim to fraudsters, you can also contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at Action Fraud
Contact police on 999 in an emergency.