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This
is a message from Northamptonshire West Police to all residents in
the South Northamptonshire area.
We
wish to inform you of a House to House fundraising programme
carried out on behalf of various UK registered charities including
RSPB, RSPC, National Deaf Children's Society and many more. The
event is to be held in and around the South Northamptonshire
district from Monday 29 June to Sunday 2 August 2009.
Trained
fundraisers will be wearing photo ID, and visiting householders to
fundraise on behalf of their particular charity and to explain
what it does. Interested members of the public will then be
offered the opportunity to sign up to committed gifts via direct
debit.
A
freephone helpline is available for those that wish to verify that
the fundraisers are genuine on 0800 031 9811 or 0800 018 3584.
The
local police are also notified of the fundraisers names and an
explanation of what they are doing in the area.
Please
make your neighbours aware, especially the elderly and vulnerable.
If in any doubt, do not open the door or let anyone into your
home. In addition, do not hesitate to contact the dedicated NHW
line on 01604 432 436, alternatively contact Northamptonshire West
Police or Crimestoppers on the numbers below quoting ref
WB/CMS/120/09
Call
the Northamptonshire Police switchboard on 03000 111 222 or dial
999 in an emergency.
Alternatively
you can call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.