A man pretending to be 'Steve the alarm man' has been targeting vulnerable victims for cash.
Detectives are hunting down the thief who struck in Dunblane Road, Ruddington, on February 26 at 6.45pm.
Detective Constable Fiona McVey who is leading the investigation said: "It was reported a man used the name 'Steve' and said he was to install a new alarm and safe in the house and that the victim needed to stay in the following day.
"The man then told her for insurance purposes he needed to know how much cash the victim had.
"He then asked the victim if any family or carers were visiting that evening.
"We know the same man has visited another property on the same street and given a similar story, on the pretence of fitting a new alarm.
"Thankfully, on that occasion he did not gain entry to the property.
"Residents in the area are requested to report any suspicious incidents to the police immediately.
"Please do share this story with friends and family, especially the elderly and vulnerable so they don't suffer themselves."
The man was able to steal cash from the victim on the February 25 burglary.
The man was described as white, around 40-50 years old, short blond hair, no facial hair, stocky build and wearing a black leather jacket, pale shirt and casual trousers. He also carried a red note pad.
If you have any information please call 101, quoting incident number 267 of 26 February 2020.
