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# Distraction Robbery

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Man stops car to help "injured" man - is attacked and carjacked

The driver stopped to help a young man staggering in the road.

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Aug 24th 2014, 1:22 PM

Thieves stole pensioners' wallet as he made them a cup of tea

The men were allowed into the property after telling the homeowner they would do some work on his roof.

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Apr 11th 2014, 11:22 AM