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Burglars have been raiding Eccles homes whilst pretending to check water pressure

A male has been going door to door in Monton Lane armed with a clipboard and fake ID badge, asking people to check their water pressure.

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Police are warning homeowners in Eccles to exercise caution following a recent spate of burglaries by a pair of cunning thieves in the area.

According to officers, a male has been going door to door in Monton Lane armed with a clipboard and fake ID badge, asking to check water pressure levels.

Whilst the resident is distracted, a second man has been entering the premises and taking items from inside.

Police are now asking neighbours to “warn family and friends” to help prevent the burglars from striking again.

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A statement from GMP Eccles reads: “Please be advised that distraction burglaries are taking place in the Monton Lane, Eccles area.

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“A lone male with a clipboard and fake ID badge has knocked on a number of properties asking to check their water pressure.

“Once inside the property a second male has snuck into the house and has stolen money, whilst the home owner is distracted.”

Police are still attempting to identify the persons responsible and investigations are ongoing.

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Fundraiser launched to find ‘beautiful soul’ now missing for almost three weeks

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Fundraiser launched to find missing 'beautiful soul' Adeo Alston

An urgent fundraiser has been set up to help in the search for a Manchester man, who has now been missing for almost three weeks.

Adeo Alston, 25, was last seen in Fletcher Moss Park in Didsbury on Friday 16 May.

Greater Manchester Police have been conducting urgent searches for missing Adeo, who was last seen wearing long blue denim shorts, a green short-sleeved button up shirt, and white Adidas trainers.

But now his loved ones have launched a GoFundMe to help them raise the costs for a private investigator.

It’s hoped that the £1.5k target will pay for the investigation fees, with the ‘hope of finding and getting him home safe’.

When Adeo was last seen, he was reportedly heading in the direction of the River Mersey after socialising with a man and a woman.

GMP have been investigating, checking CCTV, bank records, phone activity and appealing for witnesses – but have so far found ‘no leads’.

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The GoFundMe, by Adeo’s friend Charlie Watkinson, says: “We’re now running out of options.

“It’s becoming increasingly concerning as the days pass and we’re all so worried and miss him so so much.

“We are now resorting to a private investigator – the funds we raise from this will pay for the investigation fees, with the hope of finding and getting him home safe.

“Please help us find this beautiful soul!”

You can donate to the GoFundMe HERE.

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Guide Dogs desperately needs people in Greater Manchester to ‘foster’ its dogs while they’re in training

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

Guide Dogs desperately needs Greater Manchester residents to take on the volunteering role of Fosterers.

The charity – which has been providing mobility support, and raising awareness of and campaigning for the blind and partially sighted since 1934 – relies on the help of its network of its more than 14,000 volunteers across the UK to help it make a difference and improve the lives of those with visual impairments.

And Fosterers are a vital part of the journey for the hundreds of dogs trained each year.

As a Training Dog Fosterer, you’ll be giving a dog in training a loving home whilst they embark on their journey to become a guide dog.

You’ll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, all without the commitment of looking after a dog full time.

Guide Dogs North West – which is based at the state-of-the-art training school in Atherton – has taken to social media this week to issue a desperate plea for new Fosterers to join its volunteer network in our region, and is calling on dog lovers who can commit to the important role to get in touch.

“Calling dog lovers around Atherton,” the post on Instagram reads.

“We desperately need volunteer Fosterers to look after our trainee guide dogs during the evenings and weekends. We take care of the training and costs, such as food and vet bills, and you take care of the play time and cuddles.”

One of the most crucial parts of the Fosterer role is being able to drop the dog off between 8-9am and pick them up between 5-6pm at a Guide Dogs site or a site near a trainers’ home each weekday – which means you will likely need to live nearby to the Atherton training centre or be fully-committed to travelling.

Guide Dogs desperately needs people in Greater Manchester to ‘foster’ its dogs while they’re in training / Credit: Guide Dogs

What will you get in return? Well, volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time, you’ll get a dedicated volunteer manager / key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with the charity.

And of course, you’ll get lots of cuddles from the new four-legged friend you’ve welcomed into your home.

This could be a chance to play your part in changing lives.

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Fancy it then? You can find out more information about the role of a Fosterer and find out if you’re suitable on the Guide Dogs website here.

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