Crime Prevention Officer with the Barbados Police Service, Inspector Roger Babb is warning householders, especially the vulnerable, to be careful when interacting with individuals who come to their homes.
This is particularly important for those who purport to be home help assistants from private or government organisations.
In addition, Babb urges Barbadians to beware of people selling items, adding that, criminals will try various schemes to commit crime.
He further encourages the public to consider the following crime prevention tips to minimise the risk of being a victim.
• Always ask for identification and check it carefully before allowing an uninvited person into your home.
• Use the services of people you know and trust.
• If in doubt, don’t open the door.
• Don’t be coerced into making a quick decision.
• Never pay cash up front, or go to a bank or ATM with anyone offering you help.
• Be cautious with people offering items for trade; you do not have to engage them.
• Con artists can be persuasive and aggressive; if you feel intimidated by them, call the police at 211. (BGIS)
