Man due in court charged with distraction burglary in Dudley
A man has been charged following a distraction burglary in Dudley.
Alan Davies, aged 33, of Pensnett, has been charged with burglary and theft.
It follows an investigation by West Midlands Police where cash was stolen from a vulnerable victim on Himley Road, Gornal Wood, at around 12pm on December 22.
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Davies is due to appear at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court today (December 24).
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "We want to protect our communities from such a crime, so remember distraction burglars will pretend to be someone they’re not to gain entry to your home.
"They may ask for a drink of water, claiming to be thirsty or feel unwell, claim they need to use your phone for an emergency, or say they’re working for the council or a utility company.
"Don’t be afraid to ask questions about anyone at your door – genuine callers won’t mind.
"Always remember ‘if in doubt, keep them out’."
