Watch out, there’s a high-vis thief about

PEOPLE are being urged to be on their guard for bogus callers after two high-visibility jackets bearing the logo of a housing association were stolen.

The theft of the First Choice Homes jackets happened on Sunday. They were taken from a van belonging to the group.

Police are now warning residents about bogus callers who may pretend to be from First Choice in an effort to get inside their homes.

Anyone with information should call police on 0161-856 9018 or call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.