Romsey Scam Alert Woman Posing as Charity Collector Steals Money

Hey, listen to this story from Romsey. A woman claimed she represented a deaf charity. She supposedly stole money from people’s wallets. She also gathered names and addresses.

Police reported the incidents. This happened at Aldi and Waitrose in the town center. So far, they have received two reports.

The woman worked Romsey’s town center stores. Police want people to stay alert when giving money to charity workers. Legitimate charities show ID.

The ID proves they are real and includes the volunteer’s name. It also shows the charity’s registered number. Most real charities register with a fundraising group.

This group is the Fundraising Regulator, and their badge appears on buckets. The badge means the charity follows the law and acts openly and honestly. They fundraise respectfully.

If you doubt a charity, do some research online. Check the Government Charity Register before donating.

See anything suspicious? Call 101, or 999 if it is an emergency. Be careful and stay safe out there.