A resident of a seaside town has reported losing £500 to rogue landscapers who took the money and failed to complete the agreed-upon work. The incident, which occurred in late May 2026, highlights ongoing issues with unlicensed contractors in the area.
According to local police reports, the victim hired the landscapers to perform garden maintenance. After receiving a £500 upfront payment, the workers stopped responding to calls and left the job unfinished. Authorities are investigating the case as a potential fraud.
Consumer protection groups advise residents to verify credentials and avoid large upfront payments to unknown contractors. The town's trading standards office has issued a warning about similar scams targeting homeowners.
