Drama will be used next week to show older people how they can spot bogus callers and prevent burglaries.

The Action Against Burglary Roadshow in Queensbury is aimed at the elderly who are concerned about crime.

It will show how to identify and prevent bogus callers on their doorsteps. Police will also explain the benefits of joining a Neighbourhood Watch scheme.

There will be information stalls from Age Concern, Help the Aged, Disability Equipment Bradford, the police and Bradford Council’s Pension and Social Services.

Councillor Dale Smith, deputy leader of the Council, said: “Bradford Council and our partners are working very hard to ensure our communities are as safe as they can possibly be.”

Kathryn Halford, of Queensbury Community Programme, said: “Events like this can really improve the quality of life for local people.

“It’s an opportunity for older people to find out how they can take positive action against burglars and bogus callers, and a chance to meet local people and develop important contacts with agencies.”

Neighbourhood Policing Inspector, Darren Brown said: “West Yorkshire Police and our partners are determined to do everything in our power to prevent older people from becoming victims of crime.

“Events of this kind reassure local people by empowering them with information and developing contacts with the community.

“Neighbourhood Watch is an excellent way of deterring would-be criminals from targeting older citizens.”

The event has been funded by Age Concern and Help the Aged and has been organised by Queensbury Community Programme in partnership with the Council’s Neighbourhood Service. Places are limited for the event on Thursday, February 11, from 10.30am to 2.30pm at Victoria Hall, Queensbury, and anyone who wants to attend should call 07592 011977 to book.