AN EVENT to help stop people being scammed online and in the real world is being hosted in Wokingham.

The 'Crime Conference' hopes to educate residents on how to avoid falling victim to cybercriminals, courier fraudsters, telephone scammers and rogue traders, following a spike in criminal activities.

In order to do this, police will be educating anyone concerned about spotting these types of crime and what to do if they think they are being made victims.

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The conference will include teams from Thames Valley Police, Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue, Trading Standards and the Wokingham Borough Council sharing expert advice.

Wokingham Borough Council deputy executive member for environment and leisure Michael Firmager said: “Being a victim of crime can be very distressing, this is especially true of individuals who may have fallen victim to burglary or fraud offences, it can feel extremely personal.

"The council is an active member of the Wokingham Community Safety Partnership which looks at a multi-agency approach to tackling crime and disorder issues.

"We are therefore very pleased to announce the first of a series of crime prevention conferences that puts the community at the forefront.

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"The conference will be an excellent opportunity to hear from experts who will be giving vital advice and tips on how to reduce your chances of becoming a victim of crime."

The event takes place in the Wokingham Borough Council offices, Shute End, on Friday, March 13, from 1.30pm.

If you are hoping to attend call 0118 974 6430 or email peter.slade@wokingham.gov.uk