Woman posing as police officer hunted in Doncaster

In the early hours of Thursday, May 10, a woman called at a house in Dunscroft and asked for entry to the property by pretending that she needed help.

CRIME: Pigs killed in arson attack at South Yorkshire farmTwo days later a woman, again claiming to be a police officer, attempted to get into another house.

POLICE: Shoplifter jailed for stealing from shops in Sheffield city centreSouth Yorkshire Police said the same woman is believed to have been responsible.

"If you have any family members that may be vulnerable to cold callers, try and visit them as often as possible and advise them not to have large quantities of cash at home.

"When opening the door to someone you don’t know use a door chain and don’t let anyone in if you feel uncomfortable or are unsure of what organisation they are from."