Residents in Surrey are being reminded to remain vigilant after hundreds of thousands of pounds were stolen from a woman by conmen.

The victim was conned into making payments totalling £170,000 by men claiming to be trading standards officers.

Surrey Police have issued advice:

– If something seems too good to be true, it probably is.

– Always check the caller’s identity and telephone the company they say they are from to check that they are genuine.

– If you are concerned about a doorstep caller, please tell friends or family, or telephone the police.

– If in doubt, keep them out.

To report fraud and for further advice, please go to www.actionfraud.police.uk or call the Action Fraud contact centre on 0300 123 2040.