Police in Shetland are urging members of the public to be vigilant to potential doorstep crime.
Common doorstep scams include people knocking on doors pretending to be a trader, offering to undertake work on your home or garden, and posing as a charity collector or someone that needs your help.
These callers will often use distraction techniques or come across as pushy while speaking to you.
Police are advising people to ask for identification badges, as legitimate workers will not have an issue with this request.
If a person says they are from your gas, electric or phone company then contact the number on your utility bill to confirm this. A password can also be set up with the company in the event a representative attends your home.
Police also advised not to deal with cold-callers for property maintenance and home repairs.
PC Rachel Branney said: “As we approach the spring and summer, we are urging the public to be vigilant to cold callers offering services and goods for sale.
“Do not feel pressured into making on the spot decisions about goods and services offered for sale. Take your time to check credentials to satisfy yourself that they are a legitimate business with a good reputation.”
Any suspicious persons or activity in relation to doorstep crime should be reported to police as soon as possible by calling 101.