An appeal has been launched after a person, disguised as a plain clothed police officer, took items from a property in Aberdeen.
The theft is thought to have taken place in the Devanha Terrace area of the city around 8pm on Tuesday.
A homeowner was led to believe a caller to the address, was a plain clothed police officer and allowed the person entry. Personal items were subsequently stolen from within.
Detective Sergeant William Murdoch, of Aberdeen CID, said: “This is a particularly cruel and callous crime, targeted on a vulnerable member of our community.
“I would request anyone who may have dash cam footage from the area at the time, or has private CCTV that may be able to assist with our enquiries, to get in touch immediately.
“Or if you have noticed anyone acting suspiciously in the area, please let us know.
“I would also like to inform our communities of the importance of reminding elderly or vulnerable members of their family, to check and confirm callers to their address.”
Police can be contacted by calling 101.
Fake cop stole items from property in ‘cruel and callous crime’
