Published Date:
12 March 2009
By Staff Copy
A CHARITY has issued a warning after bogus collectors stole bags left on doorsteps in
Pontefract.
Thieves stole bags full of clothes and other items left on doorsteps across Pontefract for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) on Thursday February 26.
A vehicle was used to steal bags left around Cobbler’s Lane at about 7am before more bags were stolen on Cromwell Crescent, Baghill, at about 9.40am.
Ken Blair, chief executive for BHF shops, said: “All BHF van drivers collecting donated stock for BHF shops carry official BHF identification badges. If a member of the public is unsure whether a collector is genuine we recommend that they contact their local BHF Shop by calling 0870 120 4141.
“If people prefer, rather than leave goods on the doorstep they can drop any donated items into their local BHF Shop, or call to arrange a convenient time for collection.”
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Last Updated:
11 March 2009 11:13 AM
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Source:
Ponte and Cas Express
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Location:
Pontefract & Castleford
