Suspected ‘cowboy builders’ may be operating in the Ryedale area say police
Officers from North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about suspected ‘cowboy builders’ operating in the Ryedale area, specifically in Amotherby.
The builders have been cold calling at houses offering their services.
As with similar schemes and scams, they are quoting large sums of money for specific works but then complete more work without consulting the customer.
They then expect to be paid for the unwanted work.
This occurred on Cherry Tree Walk in Amotherby over the weekend and into Monday (15-17 February 2025), all during daylight hours.
Police are appealing for information about the builders and their vehicle to be able to identify them.
It is believed there are another two men involved.
The man pictured was in the vehicle that can be seen in the background, described as a grey/blue van with Irish number plates.
Email [email protected] with any information that could help the investigation.
Alternatively, call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Calum Sutherland.
Quote reference 12250029695.