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Police issue warning after sellers claim to be offering Covid-19 vaccine to Congleton households

By Tom Avery 11th Feb 2021

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Local News by Tom Avery 11th Feb 2021

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Police officers have issued a warning after receiving reports of people knocking on doors in Congleton claiming to be from the NHS and selling the Covid-19 vaccine.

Officers reminded residents that NHS staff would have identification and advised them to ask for ID before letting anyone into their home.

A Congleton Police spokesperson said: "We have had reports of people knocking on doors claiming to be from the NHS and offering the COVID vaccine to residents.

"NHS staff will have ID, so ask for ID before letting anyone into your home."

For more information on when you will be offered your Covid-19 vaccination, click here.

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