EARILER today (Tuesday, February 26) a male was seen going door-to-door selling household items in the Cheriton Fitzpaine area near Crediton.

Crediton PCSO Lisa McMillan issued advice to local residents saying: “Please do not feel pressured into buying any goods from those calling door-to-door. If in doubt do not open your door and report direct to Trading Standards email: [email protected] .”

She added that more crime prevention advice can be found on the Devon and Cornwall Police website: https://www.devon-cornwall.police.uk/advice/ .