West Bromwich home is targeted by suspected rogue trader
A warning has been issued to residents in Sandwell after a suspected rogue trader targeted a home in West Bromwich.
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The property in in Slaithwaite Road was visited at 12.30pm yesterday by a man saying he was from Customs and Excise and trading standards.
Officers from Sandwell Trading Standards took to Twitter after the incident to issue a caution to members of the public.
They tweeted: "The man is described as white, 5ft 8in, short darkish hair, moustache, medium build, black clothes and using a mobile.
"This man does not work for Sandwell Trading Standards and this could be a distraction burglary or rogue trader tactic."
"Please report any incidents to the police and/or the council on 0121 569 6628."
