TOWN Hall watchdogs at Warrington have issued a warning about a jewellery scam.
A number of residents have reported being approached by people offering to sell jewellery, generally rings and 
necklaces, described as 18 carat gold.
The jewellery carries a hallmark and, occasionally, displays a registered trademark.
But the rings are not 18 carat gold and are usually made of brass.
In most cases, by the time the consumer discovers they have been ripped off, they have no way of getting their money back.
Coun Mike Biggin, (pictured) the council’s executive member for climate change and public protection, said: “Remember, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Please be very wary of anyone who approaches you and tries to sell jewellery and report any suspicions you may have to police.”
Members of the public are being advised to refuse to buy the jewellery and contact the police on 0845 4580000.
Anyone with any further information should contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk
Warning over jewellery scam
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Gary Skentelbery
Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
