Information on how to deal with unknown callers

Northern Ireland Office
www.communitysafetyni.gov.uk                                                                                                  

Remember, most callers to your
home will be genuine

In your home
If an unknown caller tries to enter your home,
telephone the police.
Or, if you have any information about a
suspicious person, telephone Crimestoppers on
0800 555 111
• Your call is free
• You are not asked for your name
QUICK CHECK is a FREE telephone service,
available 24 hours a day all year to residents
throughout Northern Ireland.
They will check with the company on your
behalf, that the person at your door is
genuine. If they are not or they think there
is something suspicious, they will contact the
police immediately.
Remember if in doubt check your caller out
with QUICK CHECK on 0800 013 22 90
The stickers below may be used to attach to
your telephone or convenient location.
Incident reporting
QUICK CHECK
FREEPHONE
0800 013 22 90
QUICK CHECK
FREEPHONE
0800 013 22 90
Most people who call to your home will be genuine.
But sometimes, people turn up unannounced, with
the intention of tricking their way into your home to
steal your money and valuables.
You should always be aware when someone you don’t
know calls at your door. By using the advice in this
leaflet, you can protect yourself and your family.
Unknown callers may be smartly dressed, young
or old, male or female and may claim to be from
the council, the police, gas, water or electricity
companies. Sometimes they may want to use the
phone or ask for a drink of water.
When answering the door always remember to:
Use a security bar/chain
before opening the door
Ask for and carefully check
the callers identification
If in doubt, close the door
while you check out the
caller with Quick Check
FREEPHONE 0800 013 33 90
Do not let anyone into
your home unless you are
satisfied as to who they are
Dealing with an unknown caller Further advice
Working together to help you
Remember, most callers to your
home will be genuine
Some companies operate a password scheme - you
can arrange to use one with them.
Do not keep large amounts of cash at home.
Only let callers in when you are absolutely sure that
they are genuine.
The advice in this leaflet will help you, your family
and friends to stop this crime so you can live safely
and securely in your home.
If you want further advice about home security,
contact your local police station and ask for the crime
prevention officer