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Kent Police is warning people to be on their guard after a distraction burglary
was reported in Ashford.
The incident took place at an address
in Beaver Road at around 4.10pm on Tuesday 9 October 2018.
A man knocked on the front window of a house, the victim opened her front door
and the man told her he was looking for his son’s ball.
The woman, in her 80s, invited him in and they both went to the back garden to
look for it. When they came back inside she noticed a second man in her house.
She thought this was suspicious and asked them both to leave.
Jewellery and cash
taken
The victim found cash was missing from her purse and reported the matter to Kent
Police. When officers arrived it was also discovered jewellery had been stolen
from upstairs.
One of the men was described as white, aged in his 30s, approximately 5ft, 8ins
tall, of large build and was wearing a dark baseball cap and a dark jacket.
The victim couldn’t describe the second man but thought he might have been
wearing a dark green cardigan.
Anyone who witnessed this burglary or noticed anything suspicious around that
time is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 09-1090.
Residents are reminded to be vigilant, look out for their neighbours and be
aware of thieves who use distraction techniques to carry out crime. Any
suspicious activity should be reported to the police immediately either via 101
or by calling Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.