As part of the national Shut Out Scammers campaign local police officers have been working with North Ayrshire Council to raise awareness of doorstep crime and provide tips to avoid becoming a victim.

Last week, every shielding box and school meal delivery included a leaflet providing information on doorstep crime.

Officers also attended two of the hubs – Kilwinning and St

Matthew’s Academies – to meet and thank some of the teams responsible.

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