POLICE are reminding elderly and vulnerable residents to be on their guard after heartless conmen struck in Farnham and across West Surrey.

Distraction burglaries took place in the run-up to Christmas in Farnham, West End, Camberley, Lightwater and Chobham, with thieves using various guises to gain entry and make off with cash and other valuables.

For full story, see this week's Farnham Herald.