Wakefield police warn of scammers posing as police officers and health officials offering fake coronavirus testing

Officers say there has been an emerging trend of criminals taking advantage of the increasing concerns over coronavirus in the UK.

They say there have been reports of people visiting homes posing as police officers and health officials in an effort to scam the occupant or to gain entry with a view of burgling the home.

They said: "Tactics being used include the criminals offering fake coronavirus testing and fake services to assist those who are unable to leave their homes, including the delivering of shopping and other essentials."

Vulnerable people including the elderly have been specifically targeted.

Anyone with any information can call West Yorkshire Police on 101 or via the the Live Chat.