North Wales initiative uses stickers to alert older residents to doorstep scams by fake couriers and traders.
They will give out 2,500 stickers and leaflets. Funding for this initiative comes from Andy Dunbobbin, the North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner. WASP decided on this initiative after hearing about many doorstep scams, including tactics used by fake couriers and bad traders.
The stickers are designed to be placed inside front doors. They display the message “Stop – don’t hand over money!” to remind people not to give money to strangers at the door. As an added security measure, the stickers also display the police non-emergency number, 101, which people can use to report suspected scams.
Dunbobbin is pleased with the sticker campaign, emphasizing his commitment to protecting older and vulnerable people. Fighting crime is his main goal, and he believes that groups working together significantly contribute to the safety of North Wales.
Victoria Lloyd, who leads Age Cymru, hopes this campaign will empower people to confidently say no to scammers. She explained that scammers often sound convincing, making it challenging to refuse their requests. Officers will distribute the stickers, and people can also request one via email.