What is a rogue trader?
What is a rogue trader?
A rogue trader is a criminal pretending to be a trustworthy tradesperson. They may look professional, using things like glossy leaflets or clean vans, but this is just to trick people.
Rogue traders can:
- Charge very high prices for poor‑quality work
- Charge for work that isn’t needed, or that they never do
- In the worst cases, use their visit as an opportunity to commit burglary
They often target vulnerable people and may pass their details on to other criminals.
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