Doorstep Scam Alert Fraudulent Locksmith
Eythorne Parish Council
A resident in Kent was targeted by a fraudulent locksmith, charging nearly £1,500 for 2 hours work.
What happened:
- An elderly resident found himself locked out.
- In a rush, he called the first locksmith found online
- He was charged nearly £1,500 for two hours work.
- The resident's daughter later researched prices and found that the work should have not been more than £300.
What to do:
- Remember to get three quotes from traders before starting any work.
- Need a trader urgently? Find safe traders on Trading Standards Checked
- For free advice, contact Citizens Advice on 0808 223 1133.
Please warn family members, friends and neighbours!
Contact Information
Joanne Pannell
- 077383 792 79
Find Eythorne Parish Council
c/o Elvington Community Centre, St John's Road, Elvington, Dover, Kent, CT15 4DZ