BOGUS OFFICIALS STRIKE AGAIN

Two men conned their way into an elderly couple's flat in Summerheath Road, Hailsham, by falsely claiming to be officials from the 'Water Board'.

They struck at 9 30 am on Saturday, September 16.

Once inside, they distracted the couple, and managed to steal cash from the lounge.

The first man was described as being of mixed race, about 5ft 10in tall, slim build, aged between 25 and 30 years. He was wearing a light coloured top and trousers.

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The second man was described as being white, about 5ft 5in tall, and of medium build. He was aged between 20 to 25 years old, and was wearing a grey top and grey baseball cap.

Police are very keen to locate these two men, and if anyone has any information about the incident they are asked to contact PC Alex Rush at Hailsham Police station on 0845 6070999, quoting serial 748 of September 16th, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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