Residents in Wantage and Grove have been alerted by the local Neighbourhood Team of Thames Valley Police about the presence of ‘Nottingham Knockers’ in the area. These are groups or individuals who may knock persistently on doors, often with the intent to mislead or deceive.
The team has identified that these individuals often operate in groups and may attempt to conduct surveys, sell goods, or ask for donations under false pretenses to gain entry or gather information. In a public statement, the team explained that these actions might include repeatedly knocking, sometimes even testing if doors are unlocked or checking if anyone is home.
Residents are being advised to be vigilant about persistent knocking by strangers, especially visitors who refuse to identify themselves or provide clear reasons for their visit. Such behavior could indicate the scouting of an area to identify vulnerabilities or plan future antisocial behavior or crimes.
Thames Valley Police urges locals not to open their doors to strangers and to take note of any suspicious activities, such as descriptions of individuals involved, vehicle details, and the times of these occurrences. Communicating these observations with neighbors can help maintain community safety.
For more information about local services or to report suspicious activities, residents can browse the local business directory or submit an event.
