Another weapon has been made available to Essex Police in its fight to combat the menace of bogus callers.
Working in partnership with Help the Aged, Trading Standards and Neighbourhood Watch, Essex Police has access to 50 Seniorlink communication devices.
These comprise of a response unit, pendant or wrist strap that provides a round the clock link to a response centre.
The service costs £1.50 a week, which Essex Police will pay for the first year and Help the Aged will then negotiate a contract with the householder should they wish to keep the unit. For further information, contact Insp Dave Northcott on 01245 452298.
Published Wednesday January 28, 2004
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