A RESIDENT in Frampton Cotterell avoided being robbed after a bogus salesman claimed he was from a security company.

The incident happened at about 8.40am on 13 November when a man called to a property in Meadow Mead in the Frampton Cotterell area.

He claimed to be from a security company and said there had been burglaries in the areas and he needed to check any cash or valuables the householder had to ensure it was secure.

However the suspicious would-be victim challenged the caller and asked to see identification.

Avon and Somerset Police have now issued a statement describing the individual and also warned residents to be vigilant.

They said: "The suspect is described as a white man, about 5ft 9ins tall and large. He was wearing a blue suit with no buttons on the jacket and some form of headgear.

"We are keen to hear from anyone else in the Frampton Cotterell area, who may have been approached by the same man.

"If you have any information which could help, please contact us through avonandsomerset.police.uk/contact, or by calling 101, quoting reference 5218256098

"Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or report it on-line using the following link bit.ly/1pwX4Zm quoting the above reference number.

"We recommend you use a door chain, especially if you have unexpected callers.

"Always act to see photo identification, genuine callers will always come back at a more suitable time during the day when a relative or trusted friend or neighbour can also be with you."