Police Release Image in Bid to Identify Man Following Suspicious Incident in Dibden Purlieu

Police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a suspicious incident in Dibden Purlieu.

The incident took place on the evening of Friday 16 January on Heatherstone Avenue.

It was reported that an unknown man repeatedly called at an address and attempted to persuade the female resident that she required work to be carried out on her roof.

No work was undertaken and no money was exchanged.

The man officers would like to identify is described as being aged between 40 and 50 years old, with short dark hair, and wearing a hooded waterproof jacket. He was reportedly in the company of a child aged between eight and 10 years.

Police believe the man pictured may be able to assist with their enquiries and are urging him, or anyone who recognises him, to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or report online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, quoting incident number 44260024312.

Information can also be provided anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Officers have also shared advice for residents on how to deal with and report doorstep sellers and rogue traders, which is available on the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website.