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Elderly woman in Sydney almost defrauded by fraudulent roofing scam

A 73-year-old woman in Sydenham, Sydney, nearly lost tens of thousands of dollars to a roofing scam last month. The suspect, believed to have an Irish accent, pressured her into providing a cheque for unnecessary repairs. Police are warning elderly residents to verify credentials and avoid allowing strangers into their homes.

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